Kathmandu: The first Cabinet meeting of the newly formed government led by Balen Shah has taken four important decisions, signalling an early push toward governance reform and accountability.
According to officials, the Cabinet has decided to implement the report of the probe commission formed to investigate the Gen-Z protests held on September 8 and 9, 2026. The commission, led by Gauri Bahadur Karki, had submitted its findings to the government following an inquiry into the incidents surrounding the protests.
As part of the decision, the government will pay tribute to all known and unknown martyrs associated not only with the Gen-Z movement but also with past protest movements in Nepal.
The Cabinet has also designated the Minister for Education, Science and Technology as the official government spokesperson. In addition, it has approved a “100-point governance reform agenda,” which aligns with the administration’s broader commitment to delivering results within its initial period in office. The detailed action plan is expected to be made public on Saturday.
Regarding the implementation of the commission’s recommendations, the government has opted for a two-track approach. For cases involving security agencies, a separate study committee will be formed, and actions will be taken based on its recommendations. For other recommendations, the Cabinet has decided to proceed with immediate implementation.
The decisions reflect the government’s intent to address recent political unrest while simultaneously advancing its reform-oriented agenda.
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