Congress parliamentary party meeting elects him unopposed on Monday.

For six decades, Sher Bahadur Deuba outlasted rivals, outwitted kings, and came back from every political near-death. His final undoing was of his own making.

There are enormous expectations of the 35-year-old executive head who must now deliver on promises of anti-corruption, good governance, meritocracy, and justice for the families of the martyrs of Gen Z uprising.

Party central working committee yet to decide whether to accept resignation.

Deuba’s last-minute withdrawal reshapes Congress’ election dynamics.

Parties warn of quitting government if their demands are not met.