Nepal heads to polls amid shifting voter priorities
Summary
Nepal is set to hold its ninth democratic election on March 5, reflecting major changes in voter priorities and campaigning methods from ideological debates to governance and economic concerns.
Key Points
- Nepal will hold its ninth democratic election for the House of Representatives on March 5, 2024.
- Election issues have shifted from ideological debates and system change to governance, economic hardship, unemployment, service delivery, and livelihood concerns.
- Campaigning methods have evolved from traditional rallies and pamphlets to social media and digital platforms.
- Public trust in political leaders has declined as promises remain unfulfilled, leading to fewer grand commitments in recent campaigns.
