KATHMANDU: The two largest parties in the parliament, Nepali Congress and CPN-UML, have formed an alliance to establish a new government.

However, the new alliance must wait, as Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has refused to resign and instead plans to face a vote of confidence.

After the CPN-UML withdrew its support, the Dahal-led government lost its majority.

Both the Nepali Congress and the UML have unanimously advised PM Dahal to resign and facilitate the formation of a new government.

However, PM Dahal intends to exercise his constitutional right to seek a vote of confidence within 30 days.

PM Dahal was elected on Paush 10, 2079 BS, and since his appointment, he has faced a vote of confidence four times.

This time, however, he is unlikely to win, as the two largest parties in parliament have allied against him.

The joint force of the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML represents 166 seats in the parliament.

PM Dahal has expressed his desire to address the parliament regarding recent political developments and wants his statements to be recorded.

According to Dr. Bhimarjun Acharya, a constitutional expert, it is unconstitutional for the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML to demand the Prime Minister’s resignation.

“There is no reason for the PM to resign immediately. He can seek a vote of confidence within 30 days given the UML has withdrawn its support,” said Acharya.

“It is his constitutional right.”