Koshi Province Government Expansion Set for Monday Amidst Internal Discussions
Summary
Koshi Province’s government expansion is set for Monday as the CPN and UML finalize a deal to take four ministries each, while Nepali Congress ministers have already resigned. Internal competition has intensified inside the CPN over who will get ministerial posts, with leaders pushing for a balance between new faces and experienced lawmakers.
Key Points
- Koshi Province’s government expansion is scheduled for Monday under a three-point agreement between the UML and CPN.
- Nepali Congress ministers have resigned, and the two parties have agreed to take four ministries each excluding the Chief Minister.
- Inside the CPN, leaders are debating whether to appoint new lawmakers or former ministers to the cabinet.
- CPN leaders say minister selection will be handled at the provincial level with criteria including competence, inclusivity, and balance.
