CPN-UML

The Madhesh provincial government has undergone a cabinet reshuffle, with Chief Minister Krishna Prasad Yadav recommending the induction of five new ministers. Province Chief Surendra Labh Karna administered the oath of office to the new appointees, who represent the Nepali Congress, CPN-UML, and Nepali Communist Party.

Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has informed the House of Representatives that Prime Minister Balendra Shah is preparing to attend Parliament and respond to lawmakers' questions, following disruptions by opposition parties. The opposition had been demanding the Prime Minister's immediate presence to address contemporary national issues, leading to parliamentary sessions being adjourned. The Speaker stated that the Prime Minister is aware of the ongoing developments and is ready to provide responses.

The CPN-UML has accused Prime Minister Balendra Shah of violating the Constitution of Nepal by consistently avoiding parliamentary accountability. UML Chief Whip Ain Bahadur Mahara stated that the Prime Minister's absence from the House of Representatives undermines democratic norms and bypasses legislative scrutiny, despite the government having a strong public mandate. Opposition parties are demanding the Prime Minister's immediate appearance to address national issues and explain his constitutional obligations.

The House of Representatives convened for a session that was delayed by 30 minutes, with opposition parties disrupting proceedings to protest the absence of Prime Minister Balen Shah. Lawmakers are demanding the Prime Minister's presence for a mandatory question and answer session, accusing him of ignoring parliamentary regulations. The session is expected to proceed with the endorsement of two bills and clause-wise deliberations on others.

The Bagmati Province Government has established a 43-member committee, chaired by Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniyan, to organize Republic Day celebrations from Jestha 13th to 16th. Meanwhile, the CPN-UML has leveled 11 allegations against the current government, accusing it of moving towards authoritarian practices and deviating from democratic norms.

A significant rift has emerged within the CPN-UML, with a majority of leaders in the ongoing Central Secretariat meeting demanding the resignation of party Chairman KP Sharma Oli. The leaders cited disappointing electoral performances and organizational stagnation as reasons for the call for leadership change and party restructuring. Oli, however, has firmly rejected these demands, asserting his legitimate election and unwillingness to step down.

The CPN (UML) Secretariat meeting has revised the seniority ranking of its vice general secretaries, placing Yogesh Bhattarai in the second position. This decision, made on Sunday, adjusted the initial proposal by party chair KP Sharma Oli to rank Bhattarai third. The finalized ranking places Lekhraj Bhatt first, Bhattarai second, and Raghubir Mahaseth third.

CPN (UML) Chairman KP Sharma Oli has presented a proposed list of department heads and organization in-charges, along with a 19-member central office bearer hierarchy. The proposals were discussed in a secretariat meeting and are set to be decided upon in an upcoming session.

The CPN-UML party has announced a nationwide 'expose campaign' against the current government, alleging arbitrary operations and a deviation from democratic principles. The party's secretariat meeting criticized the government's handling of customs irregularities, the landless problem, chief justice appointments, rising inflation, and violence against the Dalit community. CPN-UML also condemned a forthcoming government ordinance.

Opposition parties in Nepal's House of Representatives have agreed to escalate their protests against Prime Minister Balen Shah, accusing him of ignoring parliament and failing to be accountable to lawmakers. A meeting of opposition chief whips concluded that demonstrations would intensify in the upcoming House session, demanding the Prime Minister's presence to answer questions. Concerns were also raised about the Speaker's perceived partisan role.