NRNA Presidential Candidate Robin Sherchan Appeals for Unity Amidst Internal Disputes Ahead of General Convention

Kathmandu. Robin Sherchan, Vice President of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) and a candidate for the presidency in the upcoming term, has issued a four-point appeal to end internal disputes within the organization and foster broad unity.

With the NRNA's 12th General Convention scheduled to take place in Kathmandu from March 14 to 16, and disputes remaining unresolved, Sherchan emphasized the need to place the organization above personal and group interests in an appeal released on Tuesday.

Sherchan noted that the NRNA is currently at a critical juncture, and the technical disputes seen in the electoral system and delegate selection have worried the general non-resident Nepali community. Clarifying that his main priority is a 'United NRNA,' he urged all parties to resolve existing misunderstandings through mutual dialogue and agreement. He called on the leadership to abandon rigid stances and become flexible, stating that moving forward is only possible by finding common ground.

Sherchan stated that to protect the dignity and reputation of the organization, the sentiment that the institution is greater than any individual must be embraced. He argued that personal stances must be abandoned to strengthen the common home for millions of Nepalis living abroad.

Furthermore, he strongly emphasized ensuring an inclusive electoral system, either online or physical, allowing members worldwide to vote easily, to make the election process transparent, credible, and acceptable to all.

In this context, Sherchan stated that the upcoming General Convention must be made a 'Convention of Unity' instead of a source of dispute, by fully adhering to the spirit of the 10-point agreement reached in the presence of the Prime Minister. Recalling that unity is the true strength of non-resident Nepalis, he appealed to everyone to stand together and resolve to elevate the dignity of the NRNA to greater heights. He also requested all parties to play a responsible role for the future of the NRNA.