Nepal, Nov 5 : Nepal’s left wing political landscape is witnessing significant reshuffling as major communist factions move toward reunification amid ongoing splits and Gen-Z protests. While the main opposition CPN-UML remains stable, smaller parties including the Maoist Centre, CPN Unified Socialist, and six other leftist groups are engaging in intense debates over mergers and alliances.
In a landmark development, the Maoist Centre, CPN Unified Socialist, and six minor parties are set to officially announce their unification at Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu. The newly merged entity will adopt the name Nepali Communist Party and use the election symbol of a star. Leadership is expected to be shared between Pushpa Kamal Dahal (Prachanda) and Madhav Kumar Nepal as coordinators. The party plans to submit its registration application to the Election Commission immediately following the announcement.
Party leaders describe the merger as both a return to unity for previously fragmented groups and a strategic move ahead of upcoming elections. However, not all factions are joining the consolidation. Janardan Sharma, who split from the Maoist Centre, has launched a separate initiative named Transparent Nepal, while Ghanashyam Bhusal, former general secretary of CPN Unified Socialist, is planning a campaign for Greater Left Unity.
Additionally, leaders like Ramkumari Jhakri and former lawmaker Kisan Shrestha are expected to announce their decision to join CPN-UML in a separate briefing. Meanwhile, senior leader Jhalanath Khanal met CPN-UML President KP Sharma Oli to discuss potential alliances. Sources indicate that Oli welcomed discussions but emphasized that new entrants must align with the party’s existing leftist approach, signaling possible internal deliberations before final decisions.
The move reflects both the dynamic nature of Nepal’s communist politics and the strategic maneuvering ahead of the next general elections, as leftist factions seek to consolidate power while addressing internal divisions.