Nepal’s protestors have chosen Sushila Karki as the interim Prime Minister, marking a historic moment in the country’s politics. Born in 1952, Karki is widely recognized for her integrity and fearless stand against corruption. She studied Political Science at Banaras University in Uttar Pradesh, India, before entering public life.
Karki made history in 2016 by becoming Nepal’s first female Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. During her tenure, she gained prominence for challenging several controversial government decisions, which drew both praise and criticism. Her bold actions even led to an impeachment motion being introduced against her in Parliament, but it failed to pass.
She retired from judicial service in 2017 but continued to remain a respected figure in Nepal’s public sphere. Now, amid political turmoil, citizens have placed their trust in her leadership, highlighting her reputation as a strong, corruption-free leader.
