Battle for legitimacy begins
Summary
The Nepali Congress has split into two factions led by Sher Bahadur Deuba and Gagan Thapa, sparking a legitimacy battle ahead of the March 5 snap polls. The Election Commission must decide which faction is legitimate to determine who retains the party symbol and can participate in the election.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress split into two factions days before nomination deadline for the March 5 snap polls.
- Sher Bahadur Deuba faction and Gagan Thapa faction both claim legitimacy and have approached the Election Commission.
- The Election Commission must decide party legitimacy based on laws, party statute, and past precedent.
- Legal debate centers on whether the special general convention led by Thapa is recognized under existing laws versus the authority of the Central Working Committee backing Deuba.
