Balendra Shah Property: PM Balendra Shah asset declaration
KATHMANDU – In a move toward administrative transparency, the government officially made public the property details of the members of the Council of Ministers on Sunday. The disclosure offers a rare glimpse into the personal finances of the country's top leadership, highlighted by significant earnings from digital platforms.
Digital Revenue and Personal Assets
Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s financial disclosure has drawn particular attention due to the modern nature of his income streams. The Prime Minister reported earning upwards of Rs 10 million through various social media and digital outlets. According to the statement submitted to the Council of Ministers, the revenue was generated across several platforms, including:
- Video & Social Media: YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook.
- Music & Streaming: Spotify and iTunes.
Beyond digital earnings, the Prime Minister’s filing detailed significant family holdings in precious metals. The report states that his wife possesses 190 tolas of gold and silver.
Real Estate and Ancestral Holdings
The asset declaration also outlined extensive land ownership across various districts. PM Shah’s real estate portfolio includes a mix of urban property and large ancestral holdings:
LocationAreaTypeMahottari9 BighasAncestral PropertyDhanusha1.2 BighasLand HoldingKathmandu5 AanasLand Holding
The publication of these assets follows a long-standing tradition aimed at maintaining public trust and ensuring accountability within the high offices of the government. Further details regarding other members of the Council of Ministers are expected to be scrutinized by transparency advocates in the coming days.
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