President Biday Devi Bhandari has invited political parties represented in the Parliament at Sheetal Niwas for discussions later on Wednesday.

According to an official at Sheetal Niwas, the President will hold discussions with political parties on contemporary issues.

The meeting has been called for 5pm.

The official said the meeting would dwell on recent developments, the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown among others.

“The President had not been able to meet with political leaders due to lockdown and then in the meantime, political parties showed an unprecedented national unity while updating the new map through the constitutional amendment,” Bhesh Raj Adhikary, President’s personal secretary, told the Post. “In this light, the President has invited the leaders.”

Around 30 leaders from different political parties are expected to join in the meeting including some former prime ministers.

The Vice-president, Prime Minister, Speaker, Chairman of the National Assembly are also invited.

“Major leaders of political parties including former prime ministers have been invited to discuss contemporary issues,” said Adhikary.