Editorial | Let voters hear you

Summary

KP Sharma Oli has called for a pre-election public debate between prime minister candidates, urging leaders like Balendra Shah and Gagan Thapa to answer vital questions on governance and corruption.

Key Points
  • KP Sharma Oli has proposed a pre-election public debate among top prime minister candidates of political parties.
  • Balendra Shah, a new and prominent candidate, has yet to clarify his plans on key issues like corruption and federalism.
  • Gagan Thapa, newly elected Congress President, is challenged to explain how his leadership will differ from his predecessor's.
  • Oli faces tough scrutiny for his role in suppressing protests and promoting corruption but is still calling for open debates to inform voters.
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