Aspiring Congress leaders voice optimism at the way party seeks to reshape organisation
Summary
Young delegates at the Nepali Congress general convention say the party’s expanded quotas for youth and women could modernise its leadership and organisation. The convention has reserved seats across party structures for members under 35, while also introducing lateral entry for professionals and business figures.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress has reserved 21 central working committee seats for members under 35 as part of a broader organisational overhaul.
- Young delegates such as Umanga Lohani, Ruby Sitaula and others say the changes could bring fresh ideas, clearer policies and more generational transition.
- Party leaders and analysts link the shift to the Gen Z uprising and the Congress’s recent leadership changes under Gagan Thapa.
- The statute also expands women’s representation and allows lateral entry for people with professional and business experience.
