UML’s 11th general convention formally endorses Oli-garchy
Summary
KP Sharma Oli secured a third term as CPN (UML) chairman at the party's 11th General Convention, reinforcing his leadership despite the Gen Z revolt demanding political reform.
Key Points
- KP Sharma Oli won a third consecutive term as CPN (UML) chairman with 1,663 votes out of 2,227, defeating Ishwar Pokhrel.
- The 11th General Convention ignored the recent Gen Z protests demanding better governance and accountability.
- New faces in leadership were mostly loyal to Oli, continuing his centralized control over the party, termed as the "Oli-garchy."
- Oli's post-victory speech dismissed youth protests and warned of party action against opposition, which the delegates applauded.
