Congress special general convention kicks off today
Summary
The Nepali Congress special general convention begins amid a party crisis, with divisions between factions led by Sher Bahadur Deuba and general secretaries Gagan Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress holds its second special general convention at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu amidst internal party crisis.
- Party president Sher Bahadur Deuba refuses to participate, while two general secretaries Gagan Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma insist on leadership change before the March elections.
- The establishment faction urges halting the special convention to focus on the upcoming parliamentary elections, fearing party split.
- Discussions are ongoing between party leaders, including Deuba and Shekhar Koirala, to find a settlement and preserve party unity.
