Nepali Politician Rabindra Mishra Steps Away from Party Politics to Focus on Monarchist Cause

Kathmandu. Leader Rabindra Mishra has decided to temporarily step away from partisan politics. Mishra, who faced defeat for the third consecutive time in the elections, defended his recent move through a clarification, stating that some colleagues and well-wishers were saddened by his decision.

He signaled that he is adopting a new strategy to further strengthen the cause of monarchy restoration from outside the confines of party discipline. Mishra reiterated his stance that the monarchy must be given a place within the democratic framework for the long-term interest of the nation, claiming that the slogan of good governance alone cannot sustain the current complex geopolitical and internal situation. He commented that while the restoration of the monarchy was the main foundation of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), the party leadership alone was not seen as sufficient to establish that cause.

Mishra explained that his desire to raise his voice in favor of the monarchy within the parliament remained unfulfilled due to his electoral defeat, and he has now chosen the path of creating pressure through street protests and intellectual debate.

He clarified that he reached this decision after deeming it necessary to evaluate himself following three consecutive election losses. He believes that staying outside the party's boundaries will contribute more to his agenda.

Mishra asserted that he has not moved away from the agenda and that the political future of everyone will be secure only if the agenda is strong. He emphasized the power of the overall agenda over the interests of a few leaders.

Accepting his weakness in being unable to strengthen the agenda while remaining within the party, Mishra stated that the time has come to try from the outside. He urged his cadres to continue their efforts from within the party and sent a message that a reunion would be possible if the agenda becomes strong.

Warning that a gradual fragmentation and erosion of everyone will occur if the agenda weakens, he called upon the monarchists to be honest in thought, word, and deed.