Nepal, Nov. 6 -- Balen Shah, who frequently made headlines by sharing his views on social media while serving as mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, has continued the same practice since becoming prime minister. His Facebook posts have increasingly become a platform for debate on government decisions, administrative activities, political controversies and matters of public concern.

His communication style has also sparked debate, with questions being raised over his preference for using his personal social media accounts rather than formal press conferences or official government statements to communicate with the public. While some posts have provided updates on government decisions, others have triggered fresh speculation and contro...