Deuba faction prepares for parallel general convention
Summary
The Sher Bahadur Deuba-led faction of the Nepali Congress has begun preparations for a parallel general convention in Kathmandu after its demand for a joint process was ignored. The faction plans to hold its 15th General Convention from December 7 to 9, while the establishment side moves ahead with its own delegate-selection process.
Key Points
- The Sher Bahadur Deuba faction of the Nepali Congress is preparing a parallel 15th General Convention in Kathmandu from December 7 to 9.
- The group objected to the ongoing delegate-selection process led by President Gagan Kumar Thapa and says the legitimacy dispute remains sub judice at the Supreme Court.
- The faction has appointed election coordinators in 56 districts and says ward conventions will begin on October 1.
- Active membership details, including 783,836 memberships renewed or distributed through September 25, have been submitted to the Central Election Committee.
