Political Defections Surge in Sudurpashchim as Election Day Nears
Summary
As the election day approaches, several leaders in Sudurpashchim have defected from their parties, driven by dissatisfaction with ticket distribution and internal disputes.
Key Points
- Several leaders in Sudurpashchim have defected from their original parties just days before the election.
- Ishwari Bisht resigned from RSP and is contesting independently due to alleged nepotism and rigging in ticket distribution.
- Jagannath Chaudhary left Nagarik Unmukti Party and joined RSP amid internal party divisions.
- Janak Bisht of Nepali Congress switched to UML over emotional grievances and factional disputes.
- Political analyst Dharmananda Bhatta attributes party switching to opportunism, dissatisfaction with internal democracy, and political transactions.
