KATHMANDU: The CPN-UML, in an emergency meeting in Chyasal on Friday, issued six key decisions focusing on party leadership, public sentiment, and critical national issues, including the protection of Nepalis amid foreign conflicts.
The meeting clarified that there was no party interference in the election of the parliamentary party leader, dismissing criticism surrounding the process.
It also noted that Ram Bahadur Thapa had corrected his controversial remarks made during Thursday’s meeting of the House of Representatives.
The party formally resolved to respect the public mandate expressed through the recent House of Representatives elections. It also extended thanks to voters, the Election Commission, security agencies, civil servants, observers, media personnel, civil society, and the government for their roles in conducting the polls, according to Deputy Secretary General Lekhraj Bhatta.
The meeting urged party leaders and cadres to remain vigilant and pursue legal remedies against ongoing cyberattacks targeting UML members and supporters, particularly women. It also called on the government to take action against those responsible.
Furthermore, the UML demanded the withdrawal of the decision to dissolve and ban student organizations. The party also expressed concern that the government’s move to prohibit state advertisements in private media could weaken independent journalism and restrict press freedom.
Citing the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the party stated that around two million Nepalis are at risk and called on the government to ensure safe repatriation for those wishing to return home.
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