Federalism on the ballot

Election manifestos are treated as political documents, not governing contracts.

Nepal has once again entered an election mode. Political parties are busy drafting their election manifestos, presenting promises and policy visions to the electorate. However, the upcoming election is unfolding under circumstances very different from a routine electoral cycle. Following the Gen Z movement of September 8, the then-elected government led by KP Sharma Oli was dissolved, and a new election has been scheduled for March 5, 2026.