Billionaire Vinod Chaudhary Elected Inclusive Deputy President Amidst Controversy
Summary
Vinod Chaudhary’s election as inclusive deputy president of the Nepali Congress has sparked protests and criticism over his use of the inclusive quota. His eligibility as a party office-bearer is also under challenge in the Supreme Court for allegedly not completing the required 10 years as an active member.
Key Points
- Vinod Chaudhary was elected inclusive deputy president of the Nepali Congress, triggering backlash over his use of the inclusive quota.
- Party members argue that Chaudhary, a billionaire industrialist, should have competed in the open category instead of taking an inclusive seat.
- A writ petition challenging his election as a central member is pending in the Supreme Court over claims that he had not completed 10 years as an active member.
- Dr. Shekhar Koirala has previously questioned Chaudhary’s eligibility in a written statement to the party’s Central Working Committee.
