Gagan Thapa Proposes Postponing Ward Conventions in Flood-Affected Districts
Summary
Gagan Thapa has proposed postponing Nepali Congress ward conventions in flood-hit districts including Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading, saying rescue and relief efforts must take priority over political कार्यक्रमs. The party’s 15th Central General Convention in Kathmandu will go ahead as scheduled, while lower-level convention dates in affected areas may be revised.
Key Points
- Gagan Thapa said ward conventions cannot be held immediately in districts severely affected by the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli floods.
- He said rescue and relief work in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading must take priority over party programmes.
- The Nepali Congress’ 15th Central General Convention in Kathmandu will proceed on the scheduled date.
- The party’s Working Committee is discussing a revised schedule for conventions in flood-affected areas and the party’s role in disaster management.
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