Discussions on Koshi Province Government Formation End Inconclusively
Summary
Talks between KP Sharma Oli and Koshi Province Chief Minister Hikmat Kumar Karki on forming a new government ended without a clear decision. Oli is reportedly pushing for a leadership change and backing Tilkumar Menyangbo for chief minister, while party leaders continue internal consultations.
Key Points
- Discussions between KP Sharma Oli and Hikmat Kumar Karki over Koshi Province government formation ended without a conclusion.
- UML leaders said Oli will issue a political directive at an appropriate time, but no clear message emerged from the meeting.
- Oli is lobbying to make Tilkumar Menyangbo the chief minister, while party leaders are working to build majority support.
- A signature campaign has begun in the UML parliamentary party as Karki refuses to resign until the party makes an official decision.
