Nepali Congress Stresses Need for Timely Elections

Nepali Congress leader Dr. Shekhar Koirala has called for the elections to be held on March 5, 2026, as scheduled. 

Addressing local party leaders in Sundarharaicha Municipality, Morang-6, he underlined that holding the polls on time is crucial to strengthen democracy in the country.

Koirala warned that delaying elections could worsen the nation’s political instability. He also raised concerns over the government’s preparedness, highlighting issues such as restrictions on political leaders’ movements, circulation of unaccounted weapons, and escaped prisoners, questioning whether the authorities are taking necessary measures to address these challenges.