Nawalpur-1: A 'Green Zone' for RSP Faces Tough Challenge from Established Parties

Summary

In Nawalpur-1 constituency, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) faces strong competition from established parties Nepali Congress and UML in the upcoming election, with candidates Balkrishna Ghimire, Rajan Gautam, and Bhageerath Sapkota contesting.

Key Points
  • RSP has designated Nawalpur-1 as a 'Green Zone' expecting an easy victory but faces tough competition from Congress and UML.
  • In the 2079 election, Nepali Congress's Dr. Shashanka Koirala won the constituency for the third consecutive time.
  • Current candidates include Balkrishna Ghimire (Congress), Rajan Gautam (RSP), and Bhageerath Sapkota (UML).
  • Local voters express dissatisfaction with traditional parties, hinting at potential shifts in voter behavior.
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