For ex-premier Deuba, Dadeldhura’s electoral landscape is changing
Summary
Dadeldhura, once a stronghold of Sher Bahadur Deuba, faces uncertainty ahead of elections as voters express frustration over persistent infrastructure problems and seek new leadership options.
Key Points
- Sher Bahadur Deuba's dominance in Dadeldhura is challenged amid local dissatisfaction over infrastructure and livelihoods.
- The Nepali Congress has split, creating uncertainty about Deuba's candidacy under the party symbol.
- Many voters, especially younger ones, seek alternatives to Deuba after repeated elections.
- The upcoming election may be a three-way contest involving Deuba, independent-turned-Rastriya Swatantra Party candidate Sagar Dhakal, and potentially Karna Malla aligned with the Thapa faction.
