Government says firm on poll schedule while parties urge delay
Summary
Despite informal requests from political parties and Gen Z leaders to postpone the March 5 parliamentary elections due to logistical concerns, the government has confirmed the polls will proceed as scheduled.
Key Points
- Political parties and Gen Z leaders have requested postponement of the March 5 elections citing preparation challenges.
- Nepali Congress General Secretary Bishwa Prakash Sharma proposed delaying the election to April or conducting it in phases.
- Gen Z leader Sudan Gurung warned elections cannot proceed without meeting the movement's demands.
- Government spokesperson Jagadish Kharel insists elections will be held on March 5 as planned, with no postponement or phasing.
