Kathmandu, September 20, 2026 — Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has taken the oath of office and secrecy as a member of the central secretariat and central committee of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).
RSP Chairman Rabi Lamichhane administered the oath to Shrestha ahead of the party’s central secretariat meeting on Sunday. General Secretary Bipin Acharya was also present at the ceremony.
Shrestha was elected as a central committee member during the RSP’s first general convention, held in Chitwan from June 21 to 26, securing 2,123 votes.
Following his election, the RSP central committee meeting held on August 21 decided to appoint him as a member of the central secretariat.
After taking the oath, Shrestha pledged to fulfill his responsibilities and duties with integrity while embracing the support, cooperation, coordination and suggestions of everyone.
