Nepali Congress in last-ditch talks to prevent party split
Summary
The Nepali Congress is in intense negotiations to prevent a split as the special general convention moves forward with plans to elect new leadership, despite resistance from the current president Sher Bahadur Deuba.
Key Points
- Special general convention of Nepali Congress initiated to elect new leadership and implement policy reforms.
- Thapa-Sharma faction demands Sher Bahadur Deuba's resignation as party chief, but Deuba refuses.
- Negotiations aim to form an interim high-command if Deuba refuses to step down until the 15th general convention.
- A party split could occur if the Deuba-led central committee is removed, leading to political and legal complications ahead of March elections.
