Dialogue begins in Nepali Congress to resolve convention issue

 Kathmandu, Jan. 3

In order to bring the debate that began in connection with the Nepali Congress General Convention to a logical conclusion, both the establishment faction and the non-establishment faction have engaged in phased dialogue. Senior leaders have begun discussions with the aim of resolving, through consensus, the debate that has arisen over the party’s 15^th General Convention and a Special General Convention.

A meeting of the Nepali Congress Central Executive Committee held on Poush 18 decided, by a majority, to hold the 15^th General Convention in mid-May 2026.

Meanwhile, the non-establishment faction in the party has begun preparations for a Special General Convention on January 11-12. Following the announcement of separate conventions within the party, leaders have been engaged in internal and bilateral discussions.

Party President Sher Bahadur Deuba, Acting President Purna Bahadur Khadka, Central Committee member Ramesh Lekhak and other leaders held discussions on Saturday morning on possible ways to resolve the disputes seen within the party. The meeting also discussed finding a smooth point of departure to address the debate that has emerged regarding the regular and special conventions.

After the announcement of the Special General Convention, General Secretaries, Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma, consulted legal experts. They sought legal opinion on the basis that, in accordance with provisions in the party statute, 54 per cent of convention representatives have already submitted signatures and an application demanding a special general convention, and that the convention has been called for January 11-12.

Former President of the Nepal Bar Association and senior advocate Gopal Krishna Ghimire, who participated in the discussion, said that Article 17(2) of the party statute contains a mandatory provision requiring a special general convention to be convened within 90 days if 40 per cent of convention representatives submit an application, and therefore suggested that the process could proceed.

“What the party statute says is what must be done. It is everyone’s duty to abide by the statute. And, according to the statute, the Nepali Congress must go for a special general convention,” he said.

Constitutional expert and senior advocate Purna Man Shakya said there was principled agreement with the decision of the general secretaries to move ahead with the Special General Convention. He said, “Since the convention representatives have already submitted their signatures and there is a provision requiring a special general convention under the statute, it would be better to implement it.”

General Secretary Sharma stated that the decision to move forward with the process of a Special General Convention was taken because the regular convention had not been held according to the stipulated schedule. He added that a special general convention would bring renewed momentum to the party and made it clear that the party would remain united.

Meanwhile, Congress leader Dr. Shekhar Koirala has held discussions with close associates, central members, and leaders regarding the intensifying disputes within the party after the announcements of the regular and special general conventions.

According to Congress Joint General Secretary Jiwan Pariyar, discussions have focused on the internal crisis within the party, the upcoming elections, and other issues facing the country. During the meeting, there was an agreement to draw the attention of the party leadership to arrange for members to resume their previous responsibilities once disciplinary actions taken by the party’s disciplinary committee are revoked.

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 4 January 2026. 

Tourism foundation of development: Dr. Rana

Kathmandu, Apr. 14

Foreign Minister Dr. Rana said that tourism is the cornerstone of Nepal's development and prosperity.

“Nepal’s unique culture, heritage, and natural beauty are major attractions for the world, and these priceless assets are also the basis for the nation’s development and prosperity,” she said.

FM Dr. Rana praised Nepal’s cultural and ecological diversity, scenic landscapes, lush greenery, biodiversity, heritage sites, and majestic Himalayan ranges. Highlighting the significance of the Ilam, she described it as a land of expansive tea gardens, mist-covered hills, and warm-hearted people. She encouraged everyone to experience Ilam's tea, pure air, traditional lifestyle, and unique way of living.

She further urged the attending diplomats to act as "ambassadors of Nepali tourism" upon their return. “I kindly request that when you return to your respective countries, you take with you beautiful stories of Ilam and Nepal, and help promote them as much as possible,” she said.

Dr. Rana also discussed the strong potential for foreign investment in Nepal, particularly in the sectors of tourism and infrastructure, and invited the global community to invest in these areas.

 

‘Trend of making reckless statements to go viral on social media’

Meanwhile, FM Rana who is also a central member of the Nepali Congress, said that a concerning trend of making reckless statements to go viral and blaming one another has been growing within the party.

Addressing an interaction programme with senior party members organised by the Nepali Congress District Committee Ilam in Shree Antu on Monday, she expressed concern over the increasing tendency among party members to speak irresponsibly in pursuit of media attention.

“It seems that some leaders are willing to speak even against the party itself just to get media coverage. While such remarks might make a person go viral, one must also consider the damage it can cause to the party,” said leader Dr. Rana.

She shared her experience, noting that such tendencies among leaders have caused disillusionment among grassroots members as well as those at the central level.

Highlighting a paradox, she said that although the NC is currently part of the government, she often hears the leaders from within the party criticise the government the most.

“We must ensure that our party becomes stronger in the next election. Other parties are moving forward with their 'Mission 2084' agenda, yet we seem more focused on internal disputes rather than uniting our party workers across the country,” said Dr. Rana.

She encouraged party members to voice their disagreements and concerns within internal forums rather than making public statements. She clarified that public complaints or dissatisfaction should be channelled through proper party discussions.

Minister Rana also highlighted the significant contribution of women to the NC and underscored the need for proportional representation of women within the party.

“It’s never easy for women to rise within political parties. Despite having done nothing wrong, I was subjected to various attacks and criticisms, which many of you witnessed,” she said.

According to her, women must take an active role if they are to have a powerful presence in the party.

On the occasion, she also pledged to make every possible effort for the broader development interests of Ilam district. She gave this assurance after NC Koshi Province President Uddhav Thapa and Ilam District President Dambar Khadka expressed hopes for greater support from the federal government for Ilam’s development.

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 15 April 2025.       

‘Small investment in IT sector can yield significant results’

Kathmandu, Jan. 30

Entrepreneurs have said that Nepal could generate over Rs. 1 trillion annually if it focuses on producing skilled IT professionals.

Speaking at the Nepal Startup and SME Conference, organised by the Nepali Congress in Lalitpur on Thursday, they asserted that even a small investment in the Information Technology (IT) sector could yield significant results.

Speaking at a panel discussion on 'Entrepreneurship and workforce development: Preparing for the IT sector' organised on the second day of the conference, Sulabh Budhathoki, Head of Innovative Nepal Group, emphasised the vast opportunities in Nepal’s IT sector and the need for investment in workforce development. He stated that if Nepal could produce skilled manpower as per industry demand, the country could export IT services worth over Rs. 1 trillion annually.

"We are currently working to develop skilled human resources. We are lobbying to ensure that IT education is easily accessible in every IT college without quota restrictions," he said.

Budhathoki further said that IT has already surpassed tourism as the world’s highest revenue-generating sector so the government must introduce open policies to support startups. Over Rs. 125 billion has already been invested in the IT sector in Nepal. Practical education should be promoted, and students completing Grades 11 and 12 should have a clear pathway to IT education, said Budhathoki.

He also stressed the importance of adopting a positive mindset towards challenges. According to him, opportunities arise from challenges. If young people can think critically, embrace challenges, and turn them into opportunities, launching a startup is not as difficult as it seems.

Professor Dr. Mahananda Chalise, Dean of Tribhuvan University, said that there is a need for the government to prioritise technical education along with business knowledge. Meanwhile, he also stated that TU is continuously working in this direction.

"The government introduces policies, but they do not address the challenges of integrating students into technical education. It is essential to design curricula that incorporate technical and vocational skills and ensure their practical implementation," he said.

Likewise, Bibhushan Bista, founder of Young Innovation, pointed out that if the government formulates policies supporting the IT sector, Nepal could produce five times more skilled professionals than at present, significantly increasing service exports.

According to him, problem-solving skills and a capable workforce are crucial across all industries. "Classroom learning and practical application are different. Real learning happens when knowledge is implemented in the field," he said.

"Entrepreneurship is a mindset. The difference between an entrepreneur and an ordinary person is that while an ordinary person sees a problem, an entrepreneur sees an opportunity and works to solve it," said Bista.

However, unless an entrepreneur executes an idea, its value remains zero. Entrepreneurship must be integrated into education, but starting a business should not be limited to those who formally study entrepreneurship, he added.

Karvika Thapa, CEO of Kimbu Tech, stressed that selecting a field of personal interest is key to succeeding in a startup.

"Developing skills is essential to becoming an entrepreneur. One should focus on areas where they have expertise and put in the effort accordingly," she said.

 Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 31 January 2025.  

Entrepreneurs urge government for one-stop policy

 Kathmandu, Jan. 29

Meanwhile, private sector entrepreneurs have urged the government to establish a favourable investment climate and eliminate legal hurdles to promote startups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through a streamlined one-stop policy.

Speaking at a session of the conference, industry leaders highlighted the need for removing regulatory complexities to boost investment.

President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Chandra Prasad Dhakal, remarked that the government's recently introduced ordinance has been instrumental in easing challenges for businesses. "This ordinance is crucial as it encourages entrepreneurs to push forward economic reforms. I urge the authorities to implement it swiftly," he said.

Dhakal further noted that while FNCCI cannot accommodate all stakeholders, political parties' involvement in fostering innovation could encourage young entrepreneurs to invest in startups.

Emphasising that integrity and determination are key to entrepreneurial success, Dhakal said, "It took me 40 years to reach this stage. There were significant challenges in the past, but things are much easier now. Banks and financial institutions have made loans more accessible, and various summits are creating new opportunities."

Likewise, Shobha Gyawali, President of the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs’ Associations of Nepal (FWEAN), stressed the importance of prioritising local products. She also highlighted the need for gender equality in business and politics, and said, "Women constitute 52 per cent of the population, and we deserve equal opportunities in both politics and business." The FWEAN currently represents 5,500 female entrepreneurs.

Siddhant Raj Pandey, CEO of Business Oxygen, underscored the importance of creating a business-friendly environment to retain young talent in Nepal. "We must remove investment barriers and simplify legal procedures to prevent brain drain," he said while adding that alternative investment models should be allowed to facilitate the entrepreneurs.

Similarly, Nirvana Chaudhary, Managing Director of Chaudhary Group, said that fostering a positive entrepreneurial mindset among young people is essential for economic transformation.

Umesh Kumar Gupta, head of the Industrial Enterprise Development Institute, said that the startup landscape has been broadening in recent years, and it is poised for even greater growth in the coming days.

 Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 30 January 2025.  

NC-led coalition collapses in a dramatic development in 17 months

Kathmandu, Dec. 25

Dramatic political developments of a few hours have changed the entire political course of Nepal, preventing  the Nepali Congress, the largest party in the 275-member House of Representatives (HoR), from gaining any political post, not only in the centre but also in all seven provinces.

The ruling coalition of five parties – NC, CPN (Maoist Centre), CPN (Unified Socialists), Janata Samajwadi Party-Nepal and Rastriya Janamorcha-- that stayed strong until the elections crumbled within a matter of a day as the largest partners in the coalition NC and CPN (MC) could not reach an agreement as to who should lead the government in the first  term of two years

Chairman of the CPN (Maoist Centre), Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda had reached Baluwatar early morning on Sunday to finalise the future course of the alliance by deciding the name of the  new prime minister before the deadline set by the President Bidya Devi Bhandari to submit a letter of a member of the House of Representatives showing that he would garner majority votes to become the PM as per the Article 76(2) of the Constitution of Nepal was to expire.

According to the sources, Prachanda wanted to lead the government in the first term of  two years and leave the post to  NC's President Sher Bahadur Deuba, leaving the posts of the President and Speaker of the HoR to the latter. But as Deuba wanted to lead the government himself in the first term and intended to keep the post of the president for NC itself, it only irked Prachanda. Later Prachanda reached Balkot to meet CPN (UML) chairman KP Sharma Oli, and it ultimately altered the political scenario.   

An extensive meeting of the leaders from the parties including CPN (UML), CPN (MC), Rastriya Swatantra Party, Rastriya Prajatantra Party, Janamat Party and Janata Samajwati Party-Nepal at Oli’s Balkot residence decided to form the government under the leadership of Prachanda.

Later in the afternoon, the new alliance recommended Prachanda's name as the Prime Minister claiming that the majority members of the House supported him. The application included the signatures of Oli, Prachanda, Swatantra Party's chairman Rabi Lamichhane, Janamat Party's chairman Chandra Kanta Raut, Nagarik Unmukti Party's chair Ranjita Shrestha, Janta Samajwadi Party-Nepal’s president, Upendra Yadav, and three independent parliamentarians – Prabhu Shah, Kiran Kumar Shah, and Dr. Amaresh Kumar Singh.

The CPN (UML) has contributed 78 members to the new ruling coalition, CPN (MC) 32 members, Swatantra Party 20 members, RPP 14, JSP 12, Janamat Party six and Nagarik Unmukti Party four members.

According to the sources from UML and MC, the UML will get the posts of the President and the Speaker of the HoR. 

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 26 December 2022. 

Three-Tier Elections Govt’s Top Priority: PM Deuba

 The government led by Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba is completing its first 100 days on Wednesday. Formed after prolonged political crisis, the government has the priority to contain the COVID-19 pandemic, provide relief to the victims of floods and landslides and hold elections of federal, provincial and local governments in time. 

In this backdrop, Bishnu Subedi, Executive Chairman of Gorkhapatra Corporation, Bhimsen Thapaliya, Acting Editor-in-Chief and Modnath Dhakal, Reporter of The Rising Nepal talked to PM Deuba at PM's official residence in Baluwatar on Tuesday.

Excerpts:

Your government has completed the first 100 days in power. You were appointed Prime Minister in a special situation. How do you evaluate the performance of the government?

The government has successfully completed its honeymoon period but I don't claim it brought many results. Present government is formed by the alliance of five political parties – Nepali Congress, NCP (Maoist Centre), NCP (Unified Socialist), Janata Samajwadi Party Nepal and Rastriya Janamorcha Nepal. It took some time to get the Cabinet in full shape. I sense there are problems in some parties, which I have taken for granted. I believe we will move forward together. I do not claim that much work has been done but we have brought a lot of things on the track. For example, when this government was formed, the country was reeling under the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is under control now. 

The United Kingdom has removed Nepal from the red zone. All countries have helped Nepal or promised assistance. The World Health Organization (WHO) has congratulated Nepal on its success in controlling the coronavirus. The most important thing is that this terrible epidemic has been brought under control, with the great support of everyone, including the doctors of Nepal. Now people have returned to their profession and business. We must take this as an achievement. The border to the south of Nepal is open while the air service always remained open. We have now made arrangements to test COVID-19 at the border.

Formed after six-month long political uncertainty, people have high hopes from this government. Has the government been able to meet those aspirations?
Nepal is a small country and has limited resources while the people have lots of aspirations. But this government will try to utilise the available resources to fulfil the development needs. We are planning to conduct periodic elections in time. We want to set the rule of law in line with the constitution. 

The majority for the government is garnered under my leadership by forging an alliance with other major political parties. It was formed on the basis of constitutional provisions after repeated efforts of then PM KP Sharma Oli to dissolve the Parliament. The government is formed as per the people’s will – it is formed with both the mandamus of the Supreme Court and public will.

When you took the leadership, the country was under the grip of the coronavirus, public life was chaotic and economic activities had been ground to a halt, but today the country is back to normalcy. How did it happen?

The normalcy became possible due to the cooperation of all stakeholders and public awareness. Public confidence in terms of awareness, safety and health is enhanced. However, in some areas people are not undergoing test for the COVID-19 fearing that they should stay in isolation. So more awareness should be created. 

We have talked to China, India and the USA’s Johnson and Johnson to procure additional vaccines against the COVID-19 pandemic. Many friendly countries have supported us during the difficult times. I am hopeful that by May 2022, all Nepalis would be fully vaccinated. Meanwhile, we have decided to provide food and cash relief to the patients of various chronic diseases and victims of floods and landslides.

In the meantime, there was some confusion and imbalance in Nepal's foreign relations. What initiatives are being taken to make relations with neighbours and allies more balanced and harmonious?
All foreign relations will be maintained by keeping national interest of the country at the centre. We have an open border with India and there is people-to-people exchange at the greater level so maintaining good relations with the southern neighbour is in our interest. Nepalis go to India for work and pilgrimage. 

We have more intensive public, cultural and commercial relations with it. Likewise, we enjoy good relations with China as well. Having good relations with these two neighbours is our need while it is also equally important to have cordial relations with other friendly nations. Nepal is graduating to the 'developing country' status from the Least Developed Country (LDC). We have maintained good international relations with friendly countries and international organisations.

After the formation of the government under your leadership, foreign and domestic investors and entrepreneurs also seem enthusiastic. What are the government's policies and priorities to encourage them?
The Nepali Congress believes in liberal economy. Other parties have also followed suit. The competition promoted by the liberal economy helps to make the market dynamic and benefits the consumers. Government should not involve in trade and business. It should promote and facilitate the private sector businesses and concentrate on essential sectors like education, health and food.

The erstwhile caretaker government made political appointments in absence of the parliament. Is any initiative being taken to correct or legalize them?
All constitutional appointments need not be cancelled. Political appointments are common and necessary in some areas. The government will make changes where necessary and where there had been illegal appointments. The government is analysing the situation and necessary interventions will be made.
There were attempts to politicize the MCC's development grant assistance to be provided by the US government. There is still some confusion and controversy regarding the implementation of the

MCC agreement. When will it end?
The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Nepal compact is just a development grant. Why should a country like Nepal reject such a generous support? I don't see United States' conspiracy behind the extension of this cash assistance to Nepal. It is in our interest. There are some elements in Nepal who are politicizing the MCC. 

The USA has already said that it is ready to amend the provisions that are not in favour of Nepal and the MCC wouldn't be above the national law. It will be governed by the internal laws as the loans and grants of the World Bank, International Monetary Fund and Asian Development Bank are regulated.

Is there any problem in the pace of the government due to the compulsion to take every step heeding the demands, expectations, grievances and dissatisfactions of all the partners in the alliance?
The government will now work in a full-fledged manner. Since the government is represented by the political parties having different ideologies and priorities, there will certainly be some problems but politics is about finding solutions amid challenges. We will maintain the alliance and move forward with the necessary agenda. Elections of all three levels are the responsibility and priority of the government.

There is continuous obstruction in the parliament by the opposition. What is the initiative of the government to run the House by taking the main opposition party into confidence?
I will hold dialogue with the main opposition to run the House smoothly. I will go to meet KP Sharma Oli myself to ease the tensions seen at the House. The NC believes in holding protest programmes but not in obstructing the parliament. The House must move ahead with its business and responsibilities. Political parties believing in multiparty democracy should not obstruct the House. The opposition has the opportunity to raise the issues and hold discussions about them in the House. The obstruction is doing good to none.

Do you have anything to say to the countrymen?
COVID-19, floods and landslides have troubled people’s life across the country. I will make an inspection of the flood-hit areas soon. National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority will be enabled with requisite resources and expertise to mitigate disaster risks and carry out post-disaster rescue and relief activities. 

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 20 October 2021. 

Nidhi urges PM to give complete shape to the Cabinet

Kathmandu, Oct. 2

Vice President of Nepali Congress Bimalendra Nidhi has urged party President and Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba to give the Cabinet a complete shape.

“This is a matter of worry for the party and the government because the Cabinet has not received a complete shape even three months after the Prime Minister was appointed,” he said while addressing a seminar organised in the Capital on the occasion of Gandhi Memorial and International Non-Violence Day.

He urged the party chief to appoint ministers and expedite the government works.

“I urge the president of the party who is leading the government to respond to the demand of the party and people and complete the expnasion of the Cabinet,” he said.

Nidhi said that adhering to the principles of Gandhi, who led the independence movement in India and propounded non-violence, would help reach the destination.

Central Committee Member Arjun Narsingh KC suggested government to form a high-level committee to assess the works of the previous government.

He criticised the party leadership for the ‘active membership’ row and urged to end the lawlessness situation.  

Former Minister Hom Nath Dahal said that Gandhi’s philosophy was relevant even today.

  Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 3 October 2021. 

Deuba resigns

Sher Bahadur Deuba Thursday tendered his resignation from the post of the Prime Minster.

In his televised address to the nation, he said that his party would continue to work for the people even if it was outside the government. 

“I have fulfilled my responsibility of holding the elections of the three levels: local, provincial and federal, and the country is on the verge of forming a new federal government,” he said.

He said that without his patience and effort to mainstreaming the disgruntled parties, the transition period wouldn’t have come to an end. 

“If force had been used in the elections, the transition would have ended technically, but the nation would have entered a phase of into violence and instability.” 

According to him, it was necessary to involve all the political parties in the election with political consensus, and he was successful in holding the election of the House of Representatives and Provincial Assembly in Province 2 with the participation of all the political parties. 

He said that the successful implementation of the elections for the three levels of the government had paved the way for a prosperous Nepal and foundation for a democratic republic. 

Deuba claimed that he completed his commitment to implementing the constitution and holding elections with greater public participation, and expedited the process of formulating the necessary acts, managing human resources as per the demand of the federal structure of the nation and technical preparation. 

“The economy that hit rock bottom during the earthquake and border blockade is gradually coming on the right track. Economic growth is stable now and inflation is at an estimated ceiling. Similarly, revenue collection is satisfactory, and there has been significant growth in Foreign Direct Investment,” he said. 

He said that his government had initiated various economic reforms.

Recalling that he had entered politics inspired by B. P. Koirala some 52 years ago, Deuba said he had never dreamt he would lead the constitution implementation process.

Talking about the development activities carried by his government, Deuba said that the government took the decision to develop the Budhigandaki Hydroelectricity Project with domestic investment and handed over the Kathmandu-Terai-Fast-Track to the Nepal Army. 

“Similarly, there is good progress in the Arun III Hydroelectricity Project, Upper Tamakoshi Hydroelectricity Project, Bheri-Babai Diversion Project, Hulaki Highway and Pokhara Regional International Airport,” he said.

Deuba defended his decision to bring down the age limit for the senior citizen allowance. 

He said that the average age was below 70 years in more than 50 districts, therefore, the government had announced to bring down the age limit to 65 years in order to support them to lead a better life. 

He also said that the post-quake reconstruction has taken speed as more than 60 per cent of the beneficiaries of the housing grant had either completed the construction of their house or are in the process of completing it. 

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 16 February 2018. 

UML leads in PR votes

Kathmandu, Dec. 13:

The CPN-UML, which topped the chart in the first-past-the-post (FPTP) federal and provincial elections, has also emerged as the largest party in the proportional representative (PR) elections, as per the vote counting results by Wednesday evening.

The UML is leading in five of the seven provinces in the vote counting of the House of Representatives under the proportional representation (PR) electoral system.

As of Wednesday evening, the UML had received 2.272 million votes against 2.182 million of the Nepali Congress from across the country.

The CPN-Maoist Centre has received 900, 266, Federal Socialist Alliance, led by Upendra Yadav, 299,929 and the Rastriya Janata Party-Nepal 236,771 votes.

The CPN-UML is trailing behind only in Province 2 and 7. In Province 2, the CPN-UML is placed in fourth position and in Province 7 in second position.

The NC is leading in the two provinces and is placed in the second spot in the other five provinces.

The voting trend has shown that only these five parties will be able to cross the threshold margin although the RJP-N is still short of 63,000 votes to cross the margin.

Other parties like the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), Naya Shakti Party (NSP) and the Bibeksheel Sajha Party (BSP) are not likely to cross the threshold margin.

About 6.5 million votes cast for the PR to the federal assembly have been counted so far.

In Province 1, the UML is leading the chart with the NC following it while the FSF and RPP have made their way to the top 5. The UML and NC garnered 521,878 and 437,945 votes respectively. The MC got 168,918 votes in the province.

FSF and RPP obtained 52,819 and 46,931 votes respectively.

In Province 2, NC has emerged as the largest party in the PR election with 208,162 votes, followed by RJPN with 159,843 votes, FSF with 155,272 votes, UML with 134,721 and MC 88,516 votes.

Similarly, in Province 3, the UML, NC, MC, BSP and RPP have become the top-five parties with 435,886 votes, 359,330 votes, 209,839 votes, 83,826 and 49,236 votes respectively.

In Province 4, the UML tops the list with 315,437 votes while NC has garnered 310,996 votes.

Likewise, MC, NSP and Rastriya Jana Morcha have got 109,773 votes, 24,077 votes and 19,129 votes respectively.

The UML also tops the list with 435,476 votes in Province 5.

The NC, MC, FSF and RJPN got 426,752 votes, 197,820 votes, 65,592 votes and 40,483 votes respectively.

In Province 6, the UML has received 104,038 and NC 99,753 votes. Likewise, the MC, RPP and Nepal Workers and Peasant Party (NWPP) have obtained 79,476 votes, 6,878 votes and 6,824 votes respectively.

However, in Province 7, the NC has got the highest votes at 166,180 while the UML has got 154,361 votes. Similarly, the MC, RPP and RJPN have received 70,732 votes, 9,094 and 3,574 votes.

The UML has the largest share of winners in the FPTP to the House of Representatives with 48.48 per cent seats and 80 representatives, and its election ally MC has secured 36 seats, 21.82 per cent share in the Federal Assembly.

Likewise, the NC has won from 23 election constituencies (13.94 per cent) across the country, RJP from 11, FSF 10 and other 5.

Province	One	Two	Three	Four	Five	Six	Seven
First	UML	NC	UML	UML	UML	UML	NC
Second	NC	RJPN	NC	NC	NC	NC	UML
Third	MC	FSF	MC	MC	MC	MC	MC
Fourth	FSF	UML	BSP	NSP	FSF	RPP	RPP
Fifth	RPP	MC	RPP	RJM	RJPN	NWPP	RJPN