CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel Contests House of Representatives Election for Fifth Time Amidst Political Challenges
Summary
CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel is contesting for the fifth time in the House of Representatives election in Dang-2 amid political challenges, facing opposition from Rastriya Swatantra Party and others.
Key Points
- Shankar Pokharel is contesting the House of Representatives election for the fifth time from Dang-2 constituency.
- He has faced defeats in federal elections since his first win in 2051 and served as the Chief Minister of Lumbini Province for about 42 months.
- Pokharel faces competition from Rastriya Swatantra Party's Bipin Kumar Acharya and others in a multi-party contest after previous electoral alliances dissolved.
- Pokharel is confident of winning due to support from allied parties including Biplav-led CPN (Maoist) and Progressive Democratic Party in Dang-2.
