Nepali Congress dissident faction urges pause on all general convention activities
Summary
The Nepali Congress dissident faction led by Shashank Koirala has demanded an immediate pause on all activities linked to the party’s upcoming general or special convention after a Supreme Court review ruling. The group warned that major decisions taken while the leadership dispute remains under judicial review could deepen internal conflict and trigger a constitutional crisis.
Key Points
- The non-establishment faction of the Nepali Congress has called for all general convention-related activities to be halted immediately.
- The demand follows a Supreme Court ruling granting review in a case tied to the party’s legitimacy and leadership status.
- Letters were sent to party President Gagan Kumar Thapa, the Central Working Committee, and the Election Commission asking that long-term organizational and financial decisions be put on hold.
- The faction warned that proceeding during judicial review could intensify internal conflict and create a constitutional crisis.
