Fast governance sells. But what is the cost?

Expectations are high for the Balen government. But that is no excuse to bypass rules to get over the line.

The recent election came way earlier than expected. Former prime minister Sushila Karki deserves credit for securing a fresh mandate peacefully, even though it seemed highly unlikely in the immediate aftermath of the Gen Z protests. However, it’s one of the initial and easier tasks on the long road to democracy.