Says his main challenge was to preserve Congress’s legacy while making it relevant to a changing Nepali society.
Lalitpur Mayor Chiribabu Maharjan ranks second among the top 10 vote-getters, followed by Basana Thapa, according to the results.
The JNU professor says diplomacy, stronger institutions and regional engagement can help Nepal play a greater role as Asia’s power balance shifts.
The committee’s decision raises questions about the government’s vetting process and its promise to prioritise merit over political connections.
Nepali and Indian officials have begun preparations for the trip, expected in the second half of November.
The rival camp has completed constituency conventions in 112 of 165 federal constituencies, but thousands of ward and local-level gatherings remain outstanding.
Lawmakers cite allegations of financial dealings, land irregularities and conflicts of interest; nominee Chudamani Kharel denies wrongdoing.
Police integration, civil service management and fiscal powers remain unresolved, prompting chief ministers to seek stronger cooperation among provinces at Biratnagar meet.
Pradeep Paudel tops the general secretary race, with Udaya Shumsher Rana and Dila Sangroula also elected.
Candidates have demanded that figures for all ballots counted so far be entered into the computer system before counting resumes.
Thapa’s election as president marks a generational shift, but he inherits a party still divided by factional rivalries and an entrenched political culture.
Thapa’s election as president and Sharma’s unopposed rise as senior vice-president mark a generational shift, but the pair inherit a party still divided by factional rivalries and an entrenched political culture.
Thapa secures 6,584 votes against 375 for rival Shyam Krishna Khadgi, winning by a margin of 6,209 votes.
A crowded field and late finalisation of candidate list delayed ballot printing and frustrated delegates eager to return to home districts for Dashain.
Her return as the party’s No. 2 has intensified the UML’s leadership struggle and revived debate over a former head of state re-entering active politics.
Voting delayed as the party struggles to print ballots with long lists of candidates in several clusters.
Even as Tuvalu secures a $36 million climate grant, Nepal’s high-level push for climate justice has yet to bring tangible financial support.
Delegates were expected to endorse key political, organisational and financial reports before the convention turns to Thursday’s leadership election.
The convention is electing the party president, office-bearers and central committee members under a reshaped structure that expands its size and sets aside seats for youth.
Rijal says contributing to the party matters more than holding office after Thapa says Congress needs to make better use of his experience and knowledge.
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