Nepali Congress Awaits New Chief Secretary Appointment After Predecessor's Resignation

Summary

Krishna Prasad Paudel resigned as Chief Secretary of the Nepali Congress, and the party awaits President Gagan Thapa's appointment of a successor amid ongoing campaigning.

Key Points
  • Krishna Prasad Paudel resigned as Chief Secretary of the Nepali Congress to focus on his electoral constituency.
  • Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa has not yet appointed a new Chief Secretary eight days after Paudel's resignation.
  • Spokesperson Devraj Chalise has been signing official correspondence in the absence of a Chief Secretary.
  • Krishna Dulal, a current secretary, is interested in the Chief Secretary position, but a decision on appointment by Thapa is pending.
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