Nepal, July 14 -- The Balendra Shah-led government has come under growing criticism as a series of incidents have fuelled accusations of poor governance and attempts to suppress dissent.

The latest controversies, including the death of Mugu resident Ganesh Nepali during treatment after his self-immolation attempt in Tripureshwor and the flooding of a holding center housing squatters, have intensified public scrutiny of the government's handling of sensitive issues.

The government is facing criticism not only from opposition parties but also from lawmakers within the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).

Already under pressure from mounting criticism both inside and outside the party, the government found itself embroiled in another c...