Koshi Province: 15 out of 17 NCP MPs Demand Ministerial Positions
Summary
Fifteen of 17 NCP lawmakers in Koshi Province have demanded ministerial posts as the party prepares to expand the provincial government. The party is under pressure to balance factional claims, inclusivity and geography before finalizing ministry allocations on Monday.
Key Points
- Fifteen of the 17 NCP MPs in Koshi Province have claimed ministerial positions as the party prepares to expand the provincial government.
- Party leaders say the final decision on ministers and ministry allocation will be made by Monday afternoon, with inclusivity and geographical balance under discussion.
- The party is divided over whether to send experienced former ministers or new faces, with several lawmakers lobbying for another turn in cabinet.
- NCP leaders in Koshi met party chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal and co-chair Madhav Kumar Nepal in Kathmandu for consultations.
