Voting Begins at CPN-UML 11th General Convention After Technical Delay

Voting to elect the new leadershSinger Jyoti Magar was present at the CPN-UML’s 11th General Convention at Bhrikutimandap, where she appeared alongside party Chairman KP Sharma Oli, drawing attention as a show of support for certain candidates and boosting morale among delegates taking part in the voting process. Oli and Magar were seen interacting with delegates, reflecting close engagement between the party leadership and supporters, as voting to elect the new CPN-UML leadership began following a delay caused by technical issues with electronic voting machines. Thousands of delegates gathered for the highly competitive election, widely seen as crucial in shaping the party’s future amid intense contests for top positions and growing calls for change within the UML. Kathmandu, Nepal – December 17, 2025.ip of the CPN-UML began today at Bhrikutimandap after being postponed earlier due to technical issues with electronic voting machines. Thousands of delegates gathered at the venue to participate in the highly competitive election, which is expected to play a decisive role in shaping the party’s future, amid intense contests for top positions reflecting internal divisions and growing calls for change within the UML. Kathmandu, Nepal – December 17, 2025.