Ahead of House election nomination filing, Nepali Congress is in disarray
Summary
Nepali Congress faces internal turmoil as the Election Commission recognizes Gagan Thapa's leadership, sparking opposition from Sher Bahadur Deuba supporters and leading to legal challenges before the March 5 elections.
Key Points
- Election Commission recognized Gagan Thapa's leadership of Nepali Congress after a special general convention.
- Sher Bahadur Deuba's faction rejects this decision, alleging illegitimacy and threatening Supreme Court action.
- Deuba faction plans nationwide protests against the Election Commission's decision.
- Thapa-led Nepali Congress has started organizational decisions and calls for party unity ahead of the March 5 elections.
