Why are Nepal’s top leaders meeting more frequently?

The top leaders of the ruling and main opposition parties have intensified their political meetings and discussions. The recent flurry of activity among these leaders over the past two days has stirred considerable interest within political circles. This increased activism is being closely watched by the public, who speculate about potential changes in the government. However, the leaders themselves have refrained from making any explicit statements on the matter.

Meanwhile, a meeting was held on Sunday among the top leaders of the three ruling parties. Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, KP Sharma Oli, Chairman of CPN (UML), and Rabi Lamichhane, President of Rastriya Swatantra Party and also Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, convened at Singha Darbar. The leaders discussed contemporary political issues, according to a member of Dahal’s secretariat.

On Saturday, Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba held discussions with UML Chairman Oli at his residence in Balkot. This has raised speculation about potential shifts in the balance of power.

However, it is said that Deuba attended a meeting because Chairman Oli was unwell. No official details about the discussions between Oli and Deuba have been released to the media.

“The meeting was scheduled at Deuba’s request,” said a UML leader , emphasizing that such meetings between leaders are routine. He dismissed any immediate changes in the power dynamics, adding, “The UML supports the current government’s continuity. There’s nothing further to report.”

Nepali Congress, the largest party in the House of Representatives, is currently in opposition. The CPN-UML, the second-largest party, is part of the government led by Pushpa Kamal Dahal, the chairperson of CPN (Maoist Center) – the third-largest party in the House of Representatives.