Kathmandu, Nov, 14: CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has directed party leaders and cadres to prepare for a political movement, while warning of disciplinary action against those working against the party’s interests.
Addressing a meeting of the Bagmati Province Organisation Committee on Saturday, Oli criticised party members who remain in the UML but vote for candidates of other parties during elections.
He described the practice as political dishonesty, saying party members must remain loyal to the organisation and its candidates.
“If you want to remain in the party, you must stand with it. Saying ‘I won’t change my party, but I will change my vote’ is dishonest and does not suit a UML member. It is better to change the party before changing the vote,” Oli said.
He instructed district-level committees to seek explanations from party members involved in activities against UML candidates, investigate their conduct and recommend disciplinary action to the central leadership if they were found guilty.
Oli also called for an end to factional disputes and internal disagreements, urging party leaders to focus on strengthening the organisation ahead of upcoming local and provincial elections.
He asked cadres to intensify organisational expansion, public outreach and campaigns to establish the party’s political ideology.
In a separate context, Oli alleged that Inam Sapkota had connections with the incumbent government and questioned the motives behind his activities.
“Wherever we look, Inam Sapkota’s connections appear to be with them. I do not understand what is being orchestrated through him or what purpose it serves,” Oli said.
He also accused the government of emerging from incidents of arson and vandalism, claiming that it would not serve the interests of the people.
“Such a government will not benefit anyone. Therefore, prepare for a movement,” Oli told party cadres.
