Opposition parties are united against at least two ordinances related to the Constitutional Council and dismissal of public officials.

A similar ordinance recommended by a previous government led by Sushila Karki had also been returned by the Office of the President in the past.

Mass dismissal creates leadership vacuum in universities, health institutions and state agencies, government yet to clarify fresh appointments.

Parties urge President Paudel to withhold approval, calling the move executive overreach as government seeks sweeping legal changes.

With Deuba abroad, questions have arisen over how the investigation will proceed. CIB chief says the process would continue in accordance with the law, regardless of the suspect’s location.

Congress president Thapa suffers a major electoral setback as Singh wins comfortably in Sarlahi-4.