Provincial Governments Face Uncertainty Amidst Coalition Formation Delays
Summary
Provincial government formation remains stuck nine days after the CPN-UML and CPN (Maoist Centre) agreed to share power across five provinces. Delays, internal party disputes, and central interference are fueling frustration over the functioning of Nepal’s federal system.
Key Points
- Nine days after the UML and Maoist Centre struck a deal to form provincial coalition governments, the process is still stalled in several provinces.
- Federalism expert Khimalal Devkota says excessive central interference is weakening provincial autonomy and accountability.
- Cabinet expansion is delayed in Karnali, while uncertainty continues over chief ministers and power-sharing in Koshi, Bagmati, and Sudurpashchim.
- Internal disagreements and demands for ministry shares from smaller alliance partners are complicating government formation across the provinces.
