Nepali Congress 15th General Convention Ward Convention Begins Tomorrow Amidst Internal Divisions

Summary

The Nepali Congress ward convention for its 15th General Convention begins Saturday amid internal divisions, with one faction moving ahead while senior leaders urge a postponement and consensus. Sher Bahadur Deuba, Purna Bahadur Khadka and Dr. Shekhar Koirala are calling for unity, while the party establishment says the schedule is unlikely to change.

Key Points
  • The Nepali Congress ward convention for its 15th General Convention is set to begin on Saturday, but parallel activities are emerging within the party.
  • Former Acting President Purna Bahadur Khadka and Dr. Shekhar Koirala have urged the party to postpone the convention and seek consensus.
  • The party establishment says the schedule is unlikely to change because of a Supreme Court-related issue.
  • General Secretary Pradip Paudel has appealed to senior leaders to participate in the convention in a respectful manner.
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