Kathmandu, March 28 -- Sudan Gurung has assumed the powerful position of Minister of Home Affairs in a government led by Balendra Shah, marking a significant political development. Gurung, 37, rose to prominence during the Gen Z protests, which reshaped Nepal's political landscape.

However, his rise has not been without controversy. Gurung faces allegations of inciting youth and contributing to the escalation of the protests. His name has also surfaced in connection with the violence that followed, as the Gauri Bahadur Karki-led inquiry commission recommended investigations into those involved in the September 9 incidents. Despite these concerns, he has now been entrusted with the leadership of the ministry responsible for enforcing law ...