Nepal Is hopeful

The air is filled with hope and excitement. Nepali people have never felt so optimistic about the country's future. The March 5 elections have ushered in a sense that change is possible. A party single-handedly formed the government, just two seats shy of reaching a supermajority. A young man aged 35 was elected as the prime minister. For the first time, the leading party in the election was neither NC nor CPN-UML. Top leaders, including the chairs of established parties, suffered humiliating losses.

Although these changes do not, by any means, guarantee a good future, this aberration has wiped out the notion that politics revolves only around certain figures and parties. A new party in the form of RSP has been tasked with serving the Nepali people, thanks to the resounding mandate entrusted to it. Though the sweeping victory RSP has achieved is a rarity in Nepali politics, people in the past have given opportunities to other parties as well.

The old parties did not live up to the expectations of the general public, and thus alternative forces entered the scene, with RSP being the top choice among them. The birth and rise of a new party in a democracy should be viewed as the beauty of democracy, especially by the parties that have claimed to have championed it through different crises. Still, RSP is looked upon with contempt by leaders of traditional parties, much to their distaste after its clinical performance in the recent election.

However, with an overwhelming mandate and the presence of fresh faces in Parliament, the chances of RSP achieving its goals are significantly higher. The new government looks poised to bring tangible results in every sector. It is as if people have started feeling that the state truly exists and cares for them.

Right after the formation of the new government, it issued a formal apology to Dalit groups who have long been on the receiving end of caste-based discrimination. Though this move was met with criticism and even deemed a gimmick, it reflects RSP’s perspective, which regards everyone with equal concern and dignity. Additionally, women's participation in Parliament has increased compared to before.

Young people, who were previously kept away from this domain, have taken up the responsibility of serving the public with zeal and positivity. If we look at their credentials, we can be assured that these leaders are capable in the sectors they have been assigned to. Swarnim Wagle, a veteran economist, has been given the responsibility of lifting the economy to greater heights.

The 100-point agenda of the incumbent government looks promising, and if it is properly implemented, we may witness a significant transformation. The investigation of assets belonging to high-profile individuals could help bring an end to impunity and corruption. Every single agenda is measured and realistic, and even if half of them are implemented, Nepali citizens may feel at ease in their daily lives.

However, now that there is high hope surrounding the Shah government, the public must remain vigilant and continue to question RSP so that it does not lose its track. With a diverse group of MPs bringing unique expertise to the table, people believe this could be the best team yet—but for that belief to hold, the results must be tangible.