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.
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