Rupandehi-3 By-election: Rural Voters Feel Unreached by Candidates Focused on Urban Centers
Summary
In Rupandehi-3 constituency, rural voters feel neglected as candidates focus their election campaigns on urban centers, leaving rural areas with little political engagement or candidate outreach.
Key Points
- Many rural voters in Rupandehi-3 remain unaware of candidates due to lack of direct contact and campaign focus on urban centers.
- 36 candidates from various backgrounds contest the by-election, with many using social media and internal meetings mainly in urban areas.
- Rural residents complain that longstanding local issues such as roads, health posts, and drinking water remain unaddressed by candidates.
- Candidates plan to intensify campaigning including manifesto releases and rallies after initial urban-focused outreach.
