Nepali Congress Membership Update Questioned by Former Election Committee Member
Summary
Ekaraj Pokharel, former Nepali Congress Central Election Committee member, questions the party's decision to digitally update membership records post-renewal, citing constitutional concerns and practical burdens.
Key Points
- Ekaraj Pokharel, former Nepali Congress Central Election Committee member, questions the legality of digitally updating active memberships post-renewal.
- He notes that the old party constitution lacks provisions for membership updates after renewal and only the general convention can amend the constitution.
- Pokharel suspects political motives behind the digital update requirement and highlights financial and practical difficulties for members, especially those in remote areas.
- He insists that membership management should be handled by the party office and not politicized, emphasizing that only the regular general convention can amend the constitution.
