Election Commission holds talks with political parties on upcoming polls
Summary
The Election Commission of Nepal has started formal talks with political parties regarding the House of Representatives election set for March 5, 2026, stressing party registration by November 16.
Key Points
- The Election Commission of Nepal initiated consultations with political parties for the March 5, 2026 House of Representatives election.
- The meeting is chaired by Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari in Kathmandu.
- Political parties must register with the Commission by November 16 to contest the election.
- There is division among parties regarding the election timing, with CPN (UML) favoring Parliament reinstatement, others supporting the scheduled election date.
