Nepali Congress Regional Conventions Delayed Due to Rain; Multiple Candidates Emerge for General Secretary
Summary
Heavy rain has delayed Nepali Congress regional conventions until October 13, slowing the completion of the party’s General Convention process. At least eight leaders have already emerged as contenders for the two General Secretary posts, including Nainsingh Mahar, Amar Singh Pun and Pradip Paudel.
Key Points
- Continuous rain across the country has delayed Nepali Congress regional conventions, which the Election Committee now plans to hold by October 13.
- Only the regional conventions in Manang, Mustang and Baitadi have been completed so far, while voter lists will be finalized after the remaining 165 constituencies finish their meetings.
- Eight leaders have already announced or are preparing to contest for the two General Secretary positions, including Nainsingh Mahar, Amar Singh Pun, Pradip Paudel and Gururaj Ghimire.
- The party statute provides for a president, two vice presidents, two general secretaries and eight assistant general secretaries, with additional provisions added after the special convention.
