KP Oli dissociates Madan Bhandari Foundation from UML as his rift with Bidya Bhandari widens

Summary

CPN-UML chair KP Sharma Oli has distanced the Madan Bhandari Foundation from the party amid a deepening rift with former President Bidya Devi Bhandari, highlighting internal conflicts over party-affiliated foundations.

Key Points
  • CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli criticized the Madan Bhandari Foundation, stating it was independently founded and not by the party.
  • Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari was barred from rejoining CPN-UML, deepening tensions within the party.
  • Oli emphasized that party-founded institutions like Pushpa Lal and Manmohan Memorial Foundations are collective and should not become personal.
  • Oli's comments reflect a souring relationship with Bidya Devi Bhandari and concerns about foundations being used for personal agendas within the party.
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