Hetauda — Bagmati Province Chief Minister Bahadur Singh Lama has announced his resignation .

Lama said his decision was influenced by internal party discussions and a request from Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba.

He claimed he didn’t receive enough support from colleagues and faced challenges due to irregular transfers by senior officials. Lama expressed frustration that while coalition governments in other provinces remain stable, Bagmati’s leadership is being changed unnecessarily.

He warned that such political instability could harm democratic values.

Lama was appointed in July 2024 (Shrawan 8, 2081). Recently, a no-confidence motion was filed against him, and he was removed as parliamentary party leader.

Indra Bahadur Baniya, who has now been elected as the new party leader, is expected to become the next Chief Minister. Baniya had previously competed against Lama in 2022 but lost. This time, he secured 22 out of 37 party votes, giving him the majority to lead the government.