Rastriya Swatantra Party Finalizes Ministerial Candidates Amid Cabinet Formation Efforts

Kathmandu. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which has secured nearly a two-thirds majority, has begun preparations for cabinet formation. Sources indicate that discussions are underway, involving party chairman Rabi Lamichhane and senior leader Balen Shah, to create a roster of candidates for various ministries.

According to sources, Sushil Khadka, Member of Parliament from Baglung Constituency No. 1, is being discussed for the post of Minister of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies. Taufik Khan, elected from Rupandehi Constituency No. 5, and Sushant Baidik, elected from Pyuthan, are also on the roster, sources informed.

Sources suggest that Ganesh Parajuli, re-elected from Kathmandu-7, has staked a claim for the Ministry of Industry. However, the team preparing the roster has placed Parajuli's name for the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration. Other MPs are also vying for the Industry Ministry portfolio.

Sushil Khadka from Baglung, who is on the roster for the Industry Minister position, holds a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering and Economics from the United States. Born in Guthi, Baglung Municipality-3, Khadka returned to Nepal 12 years ago after completing his studies abroad and entered entrepreneurship. Khadka is an engineer, economist, and entrepreneur. He has been active through business, green enterprise, and social service for the past 12 years.

Similarly, Taufik Khan from Rupandehi completed his Master in Business Administration (MBA) from Pondicherry University, Bangalore, India. Khan completed his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from Delhi University.

Sushant Baidik from Pyuthan has earned a Master's degree in Economics from the London School of Economics (LSE) and a Master's degree in Economics and Business Administration from the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) in Norway.