New Governments Formed in Provinces Amidst Coalition Disputes
Summary
New provincial governments have been formed in Nepal after a power-sharing deal between CPN (UML) and CPN, but internal disputes are delaying votes of confidence and cabinet expansion in several provinces. Koshi, Bagmati, Karnali and Lumbini are all facing political uncertainty despite the new alliance.
Key Points
- New governments have been formed in Karnali, Sudurpashchim and Bagmati after the UML-CPN power-sharing agreement, while old administrations continue in Lumbini and Koshi.
- Koshi Chief Minister Hikmat Kumar Karki has survived a third vote of confidence, but UML infighting has raised doubts about how long his government will last.
- Bagmati Chief Minister Kiran Thapamagar is struggling to secure a vote of confidence because of disputes within CPN and RPP, with the matter even reaching court.
- In Karnali and Lumbini, disagreements over ministerial appointments and party representation are delaying cabinet expansion and fueling dissatisfaction within coalition ranks.
