More posts, more contestants in Congress leadership race
Summary
The Nepali Congress has expanded its central committee from 167 to 297 members and increased office-bearer posts as it prepares for a crowded leadership contest at its 15th General Convention. The changes are aimed at widening representation, but they have also intensified competition among aspirants for top party positions.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress has expanded its central working committee from 167 to 297 members and increased office-bearer posts from 14 to 26.
- The new structure adds more reserved and nominated seats for women, youth, inclusive groups and other categories, with nominations beginning on Tuesday.
- Former president Sher Bahadur Deuba is working to organise a separate convention, while party president Gagan Thapa faces the challenge of keeping the party united.
- Several prominent leaders, including Bishwa Prakash Sharma, Gyanendra Bahadur Karki, Binod Chaudhary and Pushpa Bhusal, are contesting key leadership posts.
