Nepal's PM faces uphill battle after deadly unrest

After Nepal's deadliest unrest in decades, caretaker Prime Minister Sushila Karki is working to forge her cabinet, restore order and prepare for elections within six months.

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Karki, a 73-year-old former chief justice, faces the challenge of balancing her limited mandate with public pressure for reforms, especially on corruption and accountability.

Youth-led protests that began on Sept. 8 over a brief social media ban, economic hardship and corruption quickly morphed into nationwide fury after a deadly crackdown.

Two days of violence left at least 73 people dead, with parliament and government buildings set ablaze — ultimately toppling the previous government.

Parliament was dissolved shortly after, and elections are set to be held in March next year.

Karki, who has named seven ministers so far, faces multiple challenges ahead.