”It has been observed that the gap has widened not only among new voters of political parties, but also among old voters. It is necessary to review it.”
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The results of the 2002 House of Representatives election show that the National Independent Party (NISP) is leading nationwide.
Focusing on this topic, a brief conversation with UML leader Pradeep Gyawali :
How has the UML taken the election results?
This is not the expected result for the UML, but we still accept the mandate. After all the results are in, we will review the reasons and implications. Now, our best wishes to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). May they work according to the people's expectations. Protecting national interests within geopolitics that has become very risky is the biggest challenge of the day. We expect them to maintain a balance in this and protect national pride. May democracy become strong. May the constitution be implemented. May the expectations of the people be fulfilled. Our opinions are formed based on the work of the upcoming government.
How will the UML party move forward in restructuring?
Undoubtedly, this election has been a shock to the established parties. The election results did not seem favorable not only for the UML, which went to the elections under the leadership of the old leadership, but also for the Congress, which changed its leadership through a special general convention. It may not be just about this person, but many other factors. But we have not been able to identify ourselves with the changing desires or psychology of the people. There may be various other reasons. We will review in time. The election has taught a serious lesson to the established political parties. It is necessary to assimilate this seriously. In this light, it is necessary to systematically reorganize and restructure the party in a new way.
Why did the old parties end up in this situation?
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) was very 'connected' to the people, but that is not visible. It seemed like a wave. The slogan of change affected the people. What is the shape of that change? What is its destination? I do not see any clarity in the slogan of change or in the voters as to what its essence is. However, the call for change influenced and attracted the voters. It was seen that the gap between the political parties and not only the new voters but also the old voters has increased somewhere. It is necessary to review it.
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