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Nepal Political Conventions 2026

Rastriya Swatantra Party holds first general convention

What happened

Multiple major political parties in Nepal, including the Rastriya Swatantra Party and factions of Nepali Congress and Rastriya Prajatantrik Party, are holding conventions. These gatherings focus on party unity, leadership reform, and shaping future political direction in Nepal.

Timeline

Leaders Urge Rasuwapa to Strengthen Democracy
Jun 21, 14:28

At Rasuwapa's first national convention, leaders including Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa and former Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai urged the party to preserve the public mandate, strengthen democracy, advance good governance, and reject conspiracy theories of foreign influence.

RSP First Convention Inaugurated
Jun 21, 14:27

The Rastriya Swatantra Party held its first national convention in Chitwan, inaugurated by Party President Rabi Lamichhane and Prime Minister Balendra Shah, with attendance from prominent Nepali political leaders.

Deputy Chairman Hails Convention
Jun 21, 11:28

Rastriya Swatantra Party Deputy Chairman Dr. Swornim Wagle called the party's first general convention the beginning of Nepal's political renaissance, emphasizing shifts toward meritocracy, liberal democracy, and reducing youth migration.

Gagan Thapa Congratulates RSP
Jun 21, 08:28

Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa congratulated the Rastriya Swatantra Party on its first general convention, recognizing its rapid establishment and urging democratic strengthening.

RPP Dissident Faction Holds Meeting
Jun 21, 05:29

The dissident faction of the Rastriya Prajatantrik Party held a central committee meeting in Sukedhara to challenge chairman Rajendra Lingden ahead of the party's general convention.

Chitwan Hosts RSP General Convention
Jun 20, 10:29

Chitwan served as the venue for the Rastriya Swatantra Party's inaugural general convention, continuing its historical role in significant political gatherings in Nepal.

CPN Leader Attends RSP Convention
Jun 20, 08:28

Communist Party of Nepal leader Varshaman Pun attended the Rastriya Swatantra Party's first national convention in Chitwan, conveying good wishes from chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda.

Nepali Congress Faction Proposes Consensus
Jun 14, 02:28

The Nepali Congress establishment faction published a 7-point proposal to achieve internal consensus and promote unity before the party's 15th general convention.

Nepali Congress Fringe Faction Gathers
Jun 13, 14:28

A fringe faction of the Nepali Congress held a major gathering in Biratnagar demanding organizational reforms and greater unity ahead of the party's special general convention.

UML Launches Reform Campaign
Jun 13, 08:28

The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) began collecting suggestions for party reform and strengthening via a 15-member task force across provinces starting June 3.

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