Question to Paudel: Will you give up general secretary for Shankar Pokharel?
Summary
Bishnu Paudel and Shankar Pokharel are seen as the top contenders for CPN-UML general secretary ahead of the party’s November 26-28 general convention in Chitwan. Paudel says he will decide his contest later and expects consensus to shape the leadership lineup under KP Sharma Oli.
Key Points
- The CPN-UML’s general secretary post is the most closely watched race ahead of its general convention in Chitwan.
- Bishnu Paudel and Shankar Pokharel are the strongest contenders, while Surendra Pandey is also interested in the post.
- Paudel said he will decide which post to contest for on November 27 and stressed that the party is seeking consensus.
- The article says KP Sharma Oli is trying to shape the next leadership team and may position his preferred candidate as his political heir.
