Thapa claims clear majority in Congress despite suspension

Summary

Nepali Congress general secretary Gagan Thapa claims majority support despite suspension, as the party faces a leadership dispute and potential split ahead of elections.

Key Points
  • Gagan Thapa claims his faction has a clear majority within the Nepali Congress despite disciplinary suspensions.
  • Thapa emphasizes the special general convention aims to renew party leadership, not just his presidency.
  • The party is divided with the establishment suspending key leaders and moving to protect the party name and symbol legally.
  • Both factions are preparing to resolve their dispute through the Election Commission and legal channels.
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