Kathmandu — Nepali Congress General Secretary Bishwo Prakash Sharma has urged party members supporting the call for a special general convention to complete their signatures by October 10 (Ashoj 24).
In a video message released on Tuesday, Sharma clarified that he has not personally called anyone to sign but has encouraged those who contacted him for advice. “I have not phoned anyone to ask for signatures,” he said. “But when people call and ask me, I tell them — if you want to sign, please do.”
Sharma emphasized that the special general convention would not weaken the party but is a legitimate process under the party’s statute. “Friends have said they plan to register the signatures at the central office on October 11 (Ashoj 25). So, if you want to stand together, there’s no need to wait for the right moment — just go ahead and sign,” he added.
He also noted that if 40 percent of central committee members sign, the committee itself can call the special convention. “That’s a correct suggestion — the central committee can convene the special convention under the statute. We will discuss this in the October 12 (Ashoj 26) meeting,” he said.
Focus on Party Renewal and Adaptation
According to Sharma, holding the party’s regular general convention would be the best outcome, as it allows for leadership renewal at all levels. “The regular convention can bring fresh leadership and greater youth participation from the grassroots up,” he said, expressing confidence that the Congress could still organize it within a short timeframe.
However, he added that if the regular convention cannot take place, the special convention will be the alternative. Sharma also stressed the need for the party to adapt to the changing political climate. “Those who change lead,” he remarked. “Those who refuse to change eventually step aside.”
Concluding his message, the General Secretary said that despite the current uncertainty, the Nepali Congress would find a constructive path forward through dialogue and unity. “We will not remain stagnant like a frozen pond,” he said. “We will reach a meaningful conclusion together.”
