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India has officially welcomed the formation of a new interim government in Nepal, led by the country's first female Prime Minister, Sushila Karki.[[1](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)][[2](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)][[3](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)] In a statement, India's Ministry of External Affairs expressed hope that the new government will foster peace and stability in the neighboring country.[[4](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)][[5](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)]

The formation of the interim government follows weeks of widespread "Gen Z-led" youth protests against the previous administration over issues of corruption and a ban on social media.[[5](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)][[6](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)][[7](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)] These demonstrations led to the resignation of the former prime minister, K.P. Sharma Oli, and the dissolution of the parliament.[[7](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)][[8](www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fvertexaise…)]

Sushila Karki, a former chief justice known for her strong stance against corruption, was a consensus candidate nominated by representatives of the protest movement.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Prime Minister Karki, reiterating India's commitment to the peace, progress, and prosperity of the people of Nepal.The interim government is tasked with stabilizing the country and preparing for general elections scheduled for March 2026.

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