Deuba Group Meeting Discusses 15th General Convention Participation
Summary
The Sher Bahadur Deuba-led faction of the Nepali Congress is meeting in Kathmandu to decide its stance on participation in the 15th General Convention. The group says it does not accept the special general convention and is considering boycotting the upcoming convention despite a working committee decision on representation.
Key Points
- The Sher Bahadur Deuba group of the Nepali Congress is holding a meeting at Deuba’s residence in Chunadevi, Kathmandu.
- Leaders NP Saud and Deepak Khadka said the group is preparing to decide not to participate in the 15th General Convention.
- The dispute stems from the special general convention initiated by Gagan Thapa and Bishwaprakash Sharma amid disagreement within the party.
- The Deuba and Dr Shekhar Koirala factions have objected to the convention process and earlier demanded recognition of renewed active members and inclusion of 14th convention central members.