Congress Internal Dispute Deepens After Central Committee Nominations
Summary
Nepali Congress faces internal conflict after President Gagan Thapa nominates 19 leaders from Deuba and Koirala groups to the central committee without consultation, deepening factional tensions.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa nominated 19 individuals from former President Sher Bahadur Deuba and Dr. Shekhar Koirala groups to the central committee without consultation.
- Both Deuba and Koirala groups expressed dissatisfaction, claiming the nomination harmed party unity post the special general convention.
- Vice President Bishwaprakash Sharma urged unity, rejecting a factional 60/40 split and emphasizing inclusion of all party members.
- Former acting president Purna Bahadur Khadka warned the party is on the brink of division and stressed the need for inclusive leadership by Gagan Thapa to maintain party unity.
