UML closed-door session opens today

Summary

CPN-UML's 11th general convention begins its closed-door session at Bhrikutimandap with party chair KP Sharma Oli presenting his political report amid intra-party competition for leadership.

Key Points
  • The closed-door session of CPN-UML's 11th general convention starts at Bhrikutimandap with KP Sharma Oli set to present the political report.
  • Only elected delegates, nominated members, and organising members can attend the closed-door sessions.
  • The convention will elect 15 office-bearers and 251 central committee members for a five-year term.
  • There is significant factional competition between KP Sharma Oli and Ishwar Pokhrel, with former President Bidya Devi Bhandari supporting Pokhrel's panel.
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