Post Supreme Court Ruling, Khadka Holds Meeting with Former Officials at His Residence

April 18, Kathmandu – Following the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Nepali Congress’s legitimacy dispute, outgoing Acting Chairman Purna Bahadur Khadka is engaged in discussions with senior leaders of his faction. In this context, Khadka convened a meeting this afternoon with former officials, outgoing central committee office-bearers, and central members.

The meeting is being held at Khadka’s residence in Golfutar. Alongside Khadka, former Deputy Chairman Bimalendra Nidhi, former senior ministers Dr. Shashank Koirala, Krishna Prasad Sitaula, Prakash Man Singh, and leaders NP Saud, Meen Bishwakarma, Ramesh Lekhak are participating. According to sources, several other members of the outgoing Central Working Committee are also attending.

Notably, Dr. Shekhar Koirala and his supporters did not attend the meeting called by the outgoing Acting Chairman Khadka. Earlier on Friday, the Supreme Court had upheld the Election Commission’s decision to recognize the committee led by Gagan Thapa, selected through a special general convention, as official.

Both Chairman Sher Bahadur Deuba, elected during the 14th general convention, and Acting Chairman Khadka had filed a writ petition with the Supreme Court contesting the Election Commission’s decision. After the court’s ruling went against their faction, they have described the verdict as unexpected. Khadka is preparing to announce an official stance tomorrow, Sunday, following consultations with his top leaders.