Nepal's Interim PM Sushila Karki vows six-month timeline amid unrest

Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has assumed the role of interim Prime Minister of Nepal, becoming the first woman to hold the post. She steps into leadership at a time of national unrest, with clashes and protests flaring after the government ban on social media and as people demand economic reform and accountability.

Her government says its priorities are to restore stability, ensure justice, and prepare for elections within six months. The demonstrations have left several dead, with protesters being declared 'martyrs' by those opposing the crackdown. Karki's administration faces the challenge of uniting a divided public while addressing grievances over governance and economic conditions, as it works toward a peaceful transition.