Congress, UML leave House reinstatement option open

Summary

Nepali Congress and CPN-UML have kept the option of reinstating the dissolved House of Representatives open amid uncertainty about the upcoming March 5 elections.

Key Points
  • CPN-UML and Nepali Congress remain hesitant to fully commit to the March 5 elections, leaving the reinstatement of the dissolved House as an option.
  • Party leaders express doubts about the Sushila Karki-led interim government's ability to conduct elections effectively.
  • The Maoist Centre supports holding the elections and emphasizes the need for political consensus and constitutional revision.
  • The Election Commission is preparing for elections with plans and optimism but faces challenges from major parties' reluctance.
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