Prominent Leaders Absent from Election Field in Koshi Province, Creating Opportunities for New Faces

Summary

Many influential leaders from major political parties in Koshi Province are not contesting the current elections, opening opportunities for new faces in the region's parliamentary landscape.

Key Points
  • Prominent leaders from Nepali Congress, CPN-UML, and CPN (Maoist Centre) are absent from the electoral race in all 14 districts of Koshi Province.
  • Notable political figures including former Prime Minister Jhalanath Khanal and Nepali Congress Vice President Bishwa Prakash Sharma are not contesting.
  • This absence is attributed to voluntary breaks, internal party disputes, and ticket distribution conflicts.
  • The vacancy of these stalwarts in the election offers chances for emerging leaders to gain prominence in Koshi Province.
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