KATHMANDU: CPN -UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has said that Bhim Rawal has not challenged him by announcing his candidature for the post.

In a discussion with the editors on the eve of the General Convention on Monday, UML Chair said that he did not feel challenged by Rawal’s candidacy.

“Rawalji has not challenged me. He has shown love and respect for me,” he said, adding, “I am impressed by his affectionate suggestions that I would have taken a break without contesting for the post again.”

Chairman Oli said that there some people are also of the opinion of Bhim Rawal as well.

The UML Chair added that he (Oli) has not declared his candidacy yet.