Nepali Congress leader Badu calls for leadership transition to new generation

Kathmandu. Nepali Congress leader Dilendra Prasad Badu has stated that the party must hand over leadership to the new generation during the 15th General Convention to ensure unity and transformation. In a statement released on social media on Friday, Badu urged party leaders, cadres, and well-wishers to take initiatives to make the party stronger, more responsible, and united in the current situation.

Badu noted that although the 15th regular General Convention should be held by Mangsir 2082 after the four-year term of the 14th General Convention ended, a special convention was held despite disagreements from the then-leadership. He mentioned in the statement that after the Election Commission granted legitimacy to the special convention, a case was filed in the Supreme Court challenging it.

He stated that he and other leaders actively participated in the House of Representatives election held on Falgun 21, supporting candidates under the tree symbol and the four-star flag. However, he acknowledged the bitter truth that the election results did not meet expectations due to organizational weaknesses and the voters' desire for change, noting that the party president has already accepted moral responsibility.

Badu emphasized that everyone must abide by the Supreme Court's verdict regarding the party's legitimacy. He urged against wasting time on hypothetical interpretations regarding the election or the special convention, stressing that the Congress must become stronger, more responsible, and united to protect democratic achievements and guide the new generation on the path of democracy. Badu also requested all leaders and cadres committed to party unity to participate in the 15th regular General Convention and work toward strengthening, disciplining, and uniting the party before handing it over to the new generation.