Political Figure Manraj Gurung Switches Allegiance to CPN-UML After Brief Stint with Rastriya Swatantra Party

Summary

Manraj Gurung, formerly of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) and briefly with the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has joined the CPN-UML, shifting his political allegiance ahead of elections.

Key Points
  • Manraj Gurung resigned from the Communist Party of Nepal after dissatisfaction with party unification and direction.
  • He joined Ujyalo Nepal Party and then the Rastriya Swatantra Party alongside Kulman Ghising.
  • Manraj withdrew his candidacy in Tanahun-2 and initially supported the Rastriya Swatantra Party.
  • Eventually, Manraj Gurung joined the CPN-UML with Central Secretary Khagaraj Adhikari as a witness.
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