Shifting Political Landscape in Koshi Province Ahead of Upcoming Elections
Summary
The upcoming elections in Koshi Province reveal intensified competition among UML, Nepali Congress, Rastriya Swatantra Party, and other parties as they vie to secure or break established political legacies.
Key Points
- In the previous 2079 elections, CPN-UML won 14 constituencies in Koshi Province, dominating in several districts.
- Nepali Congress secured 8 constituencies but faces internal factional challenges ahead of the upcoming elections.
- Rastriya Swatantra Party's entry under Balendra Shah is challenging UML's traditional strongholds significantly.
- Other parties like CPN (Maoist Centre), JSP, RPP, and Shram Sanskriti Party also contest with hopes to increase their representation in Koshi Province.
