Oli's Harsh Words Lead to Leader's Collapse During Bagmati Government Talks

Summary

KP Sharma Oli summoned UML lawmakers in Gundu to discuss forming the Bagmati provincial government, where tensions rose over efforts to secure a majority. JN Thapaliya reportedly collapsed after being harshly reprimanded during the meeting and was taken to hospital.

Key Points
  • KP Sharma Oli called 17 Bagmati Province lawmakers to his residence in Gundu to discuss government formation.
  • The meeting focused on building a majority for the Bagmati provincial government, which UML and CPN could not do alone.
  • JN Thapaliya reportedly collapsed after Oli sharply criticized him over the lack of progress in coalition talks.
  • Thapaliya was taken to Madhyapur Thimi Hospital, while party leaders downplayed the incident.
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