Sunday’s elections a test for old players, newcomers alike

Except for the 1999 elections, independent candidates have always won seats in Nepal’s parliament.

With ballots having been cast, Nepalis are curious to know how the voting patterns would influence the electoral fortunes of the KP Sharma Oli-led party, CPN-UML and the new party led by the wannabe politician, Rabi Lamichhane. As well, the fates of independent candidates who may emerge as kingmakers post polls, will closely be watched.