NC opens 15th General Convention amid calls for reform and political unity
Summary
The Nepali Congress opened its 15th General Convention in Kathmandu with calls for greater openness, accountability and internal democracy in politics. Leaders from multiple parties used the platform to urge unity, constitutional review and cooperation on Nepal’s unresolved political and peace-process issues.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress opened its 15th General Convention at Khula Manch in Kathmandu under the slogan of respecting tradition and pledging change.
- Party president Gagan Thapa called for openness, accountability and stronger internal democracy in Parliament and within political parties.
- Leaders including Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Shankar Pokhrel and Rajendra Lingden used the event to argue for unity, constitutional review and broader political cooperation.
- Speakers also raised concerns about public dissatisfaction, authoritarian tendencies, the peace process and the need to address Gen Z and other political movements.
