Rastriya Swatantra Party Gains Momentum in Madhesh Province Ahead of Elections, Analysts Debate Vote Splitting
Summary
The Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by former Kathmandu Mayor Balendra Shah, is gaining momentum in Madhesh Province ahead of the upcoming elections, potentially drawing votes mainly from CPN-UML and Madhesh-centric parties.
Key Points
- Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has significantly increased its presence in Madhesh Province by nominating Balendra Shah as its Prime Ministerial candidate.
- Political analysts suggest RSP is likely to draw most votes from CPN-UML and Madhesh-centric parties in the upcoming elections.
- Discontent with Madhesh-centric parties and dissatisfaction within Nepali Congress may benefit the RSP’s vote share.
- Multiple journalists and party leaders concur that the RSP vote share will mainly cut into CPN-UML, Congress, Janamat Party, and JSP Nepal votes.
