Gagan Thapa’s long political journey to party leadership
Summary
Gagan Thapa has become the sole official candidate and president of the Nepali Congress during a special convention, marking a significant milestone in his long political journey and leadership ambitions within Nepal's oldest political party.
Key Points
- Gagan Thapa was elected unopposed as the president of the Nepali Congress at a special convention.
- A faction led by Sher Bahadur Deuba expelled Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma from the party for five years.
- Thapa has a long political history, starting from student politics and playing key roles in national politics.
- He faces challenges including party unification, legal legitimacy, and public expectations for reform and effective leadership.
