2 new ministers join Balendra Shah-led govt in Nepal

KATHMANDU: (Apr 11) Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Friday inducted two new ministers into his Cabinet.

President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy to Gauri Kumari Yadav and Ramji Yadav, representing Rastraiya Swatantra Party, at a ceremony at the president's office at Sheetalniwas.

Gauri Kumari Yadav was appointed Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies, while Ramji Yadav became Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security, said a notice issued by the president's office.