Four-year-old Unified Socialist faces wasting due to leadership crisis, eroding public appeal
Summary
As the CPN (Unified Socialist) turns four, the party faces internal turmoil marked by leadership disputes, a corruption case against chair Madhav Kumar Nepal, and loss of momentum in Nepal's national politics.
Key Points
- The CPN (Unified Socialist) is struggling with internal discord and leadership crises four years after its formation.
- Party chair Madhav Kumar Nepal is implicated in a corruption case, yet retains his leadership position amid controversy.
- The party failed to secure national party status in the 2022 elections, weakening its political relevance.
- Senior leaders, including former prime ministers, are publicly criticizing each other, highlighting fractures within the party.
