Nepali Congress to Elect Parliamentary Party Leader Today Amidst Consensus Efforts
Summary
The Nepali Congress is set to elect its parliamentary party leader with efforts underway to reach a consensus among the top contenders: Mohan Acharya and Bhishma Raj Angdembe. Arjun Narsingh KC has withdrawn from the race, urging the party leadership to establish explicit criteria.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress scheduled a working executive committee meeting to propose a consensus candidate for the parliamentary party leader.
- Three candidates initially claimed the leadership: Arjun Narsingh KC, Bhishma Raj Angdembe, and Mohan Acharya.
- Arjun Narsingh KC withdrew, emphasizing the need for clear criteria to select the leader.
- Party president Gagan Thapa is expected to propose a consensus leader, with preferences split between Mohan Acharya and Bhishma Raj Angdembe.
