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Ousted Nepal Prime Minister Oli Re-Elected CPN-UML Chairman in Landslide Victory

Kathmandu, Nepal – K.P. Sharma Oli, the former Prime Minister of Nepal, has secured a third consecutive term as chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal – Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) in a resounding victory. The election, held today during the party’s 11th general convention, comes just three months after Oli’s government was forced to resign following widespread protests.

Oli garnered a decisive two-thirds majority, receiving 1,663 votes compared to 584 for his opponent, Ishwor Pokharel, a 71-year-old veteran who was backed by former President Bidya Devi Bhandari.

The convention, which began with a public gathering in the Bhaktapur district, also saw Shankar Pokhare, from Oli’s panel, elected as General Secretary for a second term, defeating Surendra Pandey.

Oli’s influence within the party was evident in the election of other key positions. Of the 19 office bearers, 17 are aligned with Oli, solidifying his control over the CPN-UML. While Prithvi Subba Gurung, Bishnu Paudel, Raghuji Panta, Ram Bahadur Thapa have been elected to the post of Vice President from Oli’s team, Gokarna Bishta is from Mr. Oli’s rival team. Similarly, among three deputy general secretaries, Lekh Raj Bhatta, Yogesh Bhattarai and Raghubir Mahaseth, Bhattarai is from Mr. Pokharel’s team. All nine secretaries were elected from Mr. Oli’s team.

Supporters of Oli took to the streets of Kathmandu, celebrating the victory in a large procession in Bhrikutimandap, the convention site.

Oli has held the top leadership position within the CPN-UML for over a decade, winning the chairmanship at both the ninth and tenth conventions. His re-election signifies a continued commitment to his leadership despite the recent political turmoil.

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