Congress special general convention kicks off amid party rift
Summary
Nepali Congress special general convention commenced in Kathmandu amidst intra-party tensions, with over 60 percent of elected delegates participating despite opposition from party president Sher Bahadur Deuba's faction.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress special general convention inaugurated by general secretaries Gagan Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma in Kathmandu.
- Party president Sher Bahadur Deuba and acting president Purna Bahadur Khadka declined to attend the convention.
- The convention was called by Thapa and Sharma amid intra-party disputes and opposition from the Deuba-led faction.
- Over 54 percent of elected representatives demanded the convention as per party statute, with over 60 percent delegates participating.
