Nepali Congress Faction Announces National Gathering
Summary
The establishment-leaning faction of Nepali Congress led by Sher Bahadur Deuba and Shekhar Koirala announced a national gathering starting from Shrawan 29 in Kathmandu to chart a new direction amid party disputes.
Key Points
- Former President Sher Bahadur Deuba and leader Dr. Shekhar Koirala head an establishment-leaning faction within Nepali Congress that announced a national gathering starting Shrawan 29.
- Preparations for the gathering will begin on Shrawan 7 with meetings deciding agendas, participant selection, and responsibilities.
- The gathering aims to provide a clear new direction for the party including ideological discussions, policy proposals, and organizational reforms.
- If party unity is not achieved during the gathering, a new party might emerge, with leaders warning President Gagan Thapa to make efforts for agreement.
