NC Infighting Resurfaces In Court
Summary
The Supreme Court has agreed to review petitions over the Nepali Congress’s official status, intensifying the party’s internal power struggle. The dissident camp is preparing a national gathering as Sher Bahadur Deuba returns from Hong Kong and the court weighs the legal basis of its earlier ruling.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court has agreed to review petitions challenging the legitimacy of the Nepali Congress leadership, reopening the party’s internal conflict.
- Sher Bahadur Deuba and Purna Bahadur Khadka filed the petitions, while the court will examine the legal basis of its earlier decision rather than immediately overturning it.
- NC dissidents plan a national gathering on August 14, and Deuba is expected to return from Hong Kong on August 13 amid a money laundering investigation.
- The dispute is tied to membership updates, convention preparations, and competing claims over control of the party ahead of the 15th general convention.
