Provincial Governments Face Crisis After Alliance Breakup

Summary

The breakup of the alliance between Nepali Congress and CPN-UML is causing political instability in Nepal's provinces, especially in Madhesh Province where government formation remains uncertain.

Key Points
  • The alliance between Nepali Congress and CPN-UML has broken, impacting provincial governments across Nepal.
  • In Sudurpaschim, UML withdrew support from the Congress-led government, while Congress ministers resigned from the Karnali government.
  • In Madhesh Province, UML and Congress have not yet changed their power-sharing despite the alliance breakup at the center.
  • Janata Samajwadi Party Nepal, the largest party in Madhesh Province, may play a decisive role if the alliance between Congress and UML ends.
  • Possible government formations in Madhesh may involve Congress, UML, JSP Nepal, Janamat Party, with leadership positions under negotiation.
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