Heavy rain disrupts Congress convention

Summary

Heavy rain and strong winds disrupted the Nepali Congress’s 15th general convention at Khula Manch on Wednesday, delaying the closed-door session and the delegates’ proceedings. Voting for the party’s new leadership is scheduled to begin Thursday morning.

Key Points
  • Strong winds and heavy rain disrupted the Nepali Congress’s 15th general convention at Khula Manch.
  • Delegates were unable to reach the venue as the closed-door session was underway.
  • Voting for the new leadership is scheduled to begin Thursday morning after the convention endorses key reports.
  • Gagan Thapa, Kishor Singh Rathore and Shyam Krishna Khadgi are contesting for the party presidency.
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