KATHMANDU: Suhang Nembang, representing the CPN-UML, continues to command a significant lead in the ongoing vote count for the Ilam-2 by-election.

As per the latest update, Suhang has amassed an impressive 16,219 votes, firmly establishing his frontrunner position.

In contrast, his closest competitor, Dambar Khadka, trails behind with 10,557 votes, resulting in a substantial margin of 5,662 votes between the two candidates.

Dakendra Thegim follows with 8,825 votes, while Milan Limbu of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lags behind with only 2,645 votes secured thus far.

With Suhang maintaining a decisive lead, the outcome of the by-election appears to be increasingly clear.