JSP Nepal withdraws support from Lumbini provincial government

KATHMANDU: The Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) Nepal has withdrawn its support from the Lumbini provincial government.

In a press statement, the party announced that it will now position itself on the opposition bench, effective immediately.

Despite the withdrawal, the provincial government will retain its majority.

The current Chief Minister, Jokh Bahadur Mahara of the CPN (Maoist Center), continues to hold his position.

He has the backing of 29 lawmakers from CPN-UML, 10 from the Maoist Center, four from the Nagarik Unmukti Party, two from the Janata Samajbadi Party, one from CPN (Unified Socialist), and one independent lawmaker.

In the 87-member provincial assembly, a majority of 44 is required.

Chief Minister Mahara currently enjoys the support of 47 lawmakers, ensuring his government’s stability.