NC general convention opens in Kathmandu
Summary
The 15th General Convention of the Nepali Congress has opened at Khulamanch in Kathmandu, with party elections scheduled for October 4 and 5. Leaders from several major political parties attended the inaugural session.
Key Points
- The 15th General Convention of the Nepali Congress began at Khulamanch in Kathmandu under a slogan about tradition, change and a prosperous Nepal.
- NC President Gagan Kumar Thapa inaugurated the convention by watering a plant.
- Leaders including Rabi Lamichhane, Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Shankar Pokharel, Rajendra Lingden and Baburam Bhattarai attended the opening ceremony.
- Elections for the party’s new leadership are scheduled for October 4 and 5.
