After losing power, Congress and UML in leadership crisis
Summary
Nepal's two largest parties, Nepali Congress and CPN-UML, face leadership challenges following their loss of power after Gen Z protests, with party meetings scheduled to address the political crisis and possible leadership changes.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress and CPN-UML lost power following the Gen Z protests on September 8 and 9.
- Congress chief Sher Bahadur Deuba is ineligible for another term due to party statutes, making leadership change inevitable.
- CPN-UML removed term and age limits, allowing KP Sharma Oli to continue as party chair despite criticism over protest crackdown.
- Both parties are scheduled to hold central committee meetings in October to discuss leadership and party restructuring amid political upheaval.
