The Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Balendra Shah, has a significant lead in the general elections in Nepal, in the context of recent protests and the desire for change.

The general elections in Nepal are taking place in a tense political context, almost a year after the massive protests that led to the resignation of former Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli. The first results of the vote counting indicate a significant lead for the Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, who is leading in 37 constituencies. In contrast, Oli's party, the Communist Party of Nepal (UML), has a lead in only three seats. The Nepali Congress, the oldest political formation, is leading in five constituencies. Shah's popularity has grown among young voters, who are calling for change, especially on social media. The elections are crucial for the political stability of Nepal, affected by instability and corruption, and the final results could influence relations with China and India.