Prime Minister Balen Fleeing Democratic Accountability

Prime Minister Balendra "Balen" Shah's actions in Parliament, including walking out during President Ramchandra Paudel's address, have raised questions about his acceptance of democratic principles. His refusal to attend Parliament and address lawmakers, instead having the finance minister speak, has been seen as an insult to parliamentary dignity and a shirking of constitutional responsibilities. This behavior, reminiscent of his time as mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, prioritizes personal popularity over institutional accountability, potentially weakening democratic institutions.