The Nepali Congress is not only inextricably linked to Nepal's democratic history, but is also a conduit for the country's political change, transformation, constitutional development journey, and every democratic movement and change.

From the establishment of democracy to state restructuring in the country, from armed conflict and ceasefire to the drafting of the constitution, the leadership and contribution of the Congress have been important and historic. But in the current environment, we are facing a complex situation due to internal conflict, organizational confusion, lawlessness, ideological ambiguity, and limited self-centered activities. The challenge of the upcoming general convention is to address these challenges and the changes brought about by the Gen-G movement, and establish an infallible policy, leader, and system that will make the Congress stronger, unified, and disciplined again, presenting it as a credible alternative in the minds of the workers and voters.

There can be no ifs or buts in the program to hold the general convention on time. If there is an attempt to delay or make excuses, it will ultimately push the party into a major disaster. No change in Nepal has been accomplished without the coordination and leadership of the Nepali Congress, but the Gen-G movement was against the government with the Congress involved. Therefore, it is also against the Congress. A serious and ruthless review of this environment, a commitment to admit all the mistakes made, and to rectify them with an apology is the imperative need of the day. Only a new and organized Congress with new thinking, methods, and ideas can face the current problems and challenges and move forward on the journey of victory.

Today, Nepal's state system is headed towards failure. The situation is becoming more complicated day by day due to the weak economy, increasing unemployment, and declining investment and production. The private sector is becoming frustrated and discouraged. Social inequality, lack of access to services, widespread corruption, decline in the quality of education and health, and public trust are declining. Political instability weakens leadership and hinders policy implementation, which creates obstacles in all areas of development, good governance, and national capacity. The country is in serious crisis due to unstable government and frequent changes of Prime Minister, institutionalized form of corruption, selfish extreme factionalism and self-centered leadership within political parties, political interference in the judiciary and constitutional bodies, administrative incompetence and lack of policy continuity, exodus of capital, talent and manpower, and depletion of national capital and manpower. The current responsibility of the Congress is to implement all these aspects along with the policy commitment to reform as well as practical transformation. For this, there is no prejudice or prohibition against anyone, no party or faction is our enemy, only ideological competitors. Therefore, it is necessary for the Congress to play the role of a historic crisis solver again to save the country from failure.

Historical significance of the general convention

The regular general convention of the Congress is not only a legal obligation and a technical process of the statute, but also an all-powerful level to make internal democracy strong and effective by infusing new energy into the party through new blood circulation. The general convention is an opportunity to select leadership, discuss policy, identify goals, restructure organizations, and decide future political strategies. It puts the competitive debate within the party in a legitimate and institutionalized framework, reconnects the leadership with the people and workers, and forces an interaction with the voters. After long discussions and serious differences of opinion on whether or not to hold a special general convention or a regular general convention or both before the elections, a unanimous decision has been made to hold a regular general convention from December 26 to 29. There is no victory or defeat in this, but a victory for all stakeholders. The beautiful essence that emerges from debate, dialogue, and the bitterness, bitterness, and intense friction in this process is the essence of democracy. It has been proven once again that the Congress is the carrier of this culture of democracy. The Congress has seen many ups and downs in its long history. The struggle against the Rana regime in 2007, the movements of 2046 and 2062-63, the leadership of the peace process, the journey to the Constituent Assembly—the Congress leadership remained at the forefront of all these moments. But then times changed, political culture, public expectations and voters' thinking transformed. For this reason, today's general convention is not only responsible for selecting the leadership, but also for redefining the future direction of the party. The Congress, which played a clear role in past movements, was a symbol and carrier against progress, change, good governance and corruption. The upcoming general convention will re-establish that identity that is being lost today.

The upcoming election and the strategic test of the Congress

The upcoming election is not only a means of power competition, but also a test of public opinion to measure public trust in the party. Due to the dissatisfaction among the people with the results of the recent elections, we did not understand the reality in time that alternative political forces are emerging and criticism of the old parties is increasing. The future will be secure only if the Congress takes this message seriously. There are some key questions for the Congress in the upcoming elections.

Only a new and organized Congress can face the current problems and challenges and move forward on the journey of victory. Self-criticism or self-preservation?: Will the party accept its past shortcomings and move towards reform, or will it continue as it is, limiting itself to formalities, confusing the internal party, workers and public sentiment, or will the Congress, with ideological clarity, bring new ideas and identity to the people (centrist socialist) A modern form of democracy, an activist against good governance and corruption, or just a 'brand' of a party based on the memory of history? The pulse of time, developed social dynamics and the recently established norms and important constitutional reforms from the Gen-G rebellion should be the main decisions of the Congress general convention. The country is in a serious crisis. Reform of the Constitution through an all-party conference is necessary. In this situation, no one is forbidden, unity and reconciliation are the national needs.

Organization and age structure: These things need to be redefined with the participation of the youth generation, digital politics, policy-efficient leadership and a clear arrangement of roles. The youth group needs to ensure 25 percent participation at every level. If the Congress cannot connect its historical pride with the voters of the future, the elections may be limited to technical competition only. But if the general convention can prepare clear policies, innovations and new leadership, no one can stop the opportunity for the Congress to return through elections.

Crisis within the party, causes and effects: Today, the Congress is facing a serious psychological crisis of not only organizational but also policy-level leadership and lawlessness. The entire democracy has turned into party system, party system into leader system, leader system into gang system and gang system into middleman system. This is the main reason for the widespread dissatisfaction, distrust and disappointment among the general public towards the current situation and the foundation of this is the Gen-G movement. The main demand of the Gen-G movement is good governance and a corruption-free society. Addressing this is the need of the day.

Factionalism and internal competition: Internal competition within a democratic party is necessary and natural, but when competition is based on factionalism, individual-centered politics dominates over policy. That is where the decline begins. This trend has increased in the Congress. The policy-making process has become weak due to the priority given to factionalism over public decisions, and the corrupt loyalty of deification or demonization over ideas, which has increased division at the organizational level and created distrust among the cadres and voters.

Disappointment among the cadres and distance among the people: There was no coordination at all between our local level organizations and elected representatives. The lack of policy debate in the party, etc., has not given new energy to the cadres. The Congress has not been able to revive trust at the public level due to its failure to present a new narrative, new vision or new program.

The main strategy to be addressed by the general convention: The general convention is not just a program, but an important venue for finding solutions. It has some tasks to be done.

Revival of internal democracy – The decision-making process should be made transparent, participatory and inclusive to the grassroots level.

New generation at the forefront – Youth leadership, women's participation, policy-based competition and a new political style should be developed at the forefront.

Organizational map – The responsibility and evaluation system of the structure from the province to the ward level should be made clear.

New ideological document – ​​There should be a clear explanation of socialist democracy, economic policy (guaranteeing justice and security for the marginalized parties below absolute poverty as well as ensuring income), social justice and security, a concrete presentation of good governance and development model, and a document with an ideological policy that addresses contemporary demands and public expectations.

Direct connection with voters and workers – effective digital communication, help-desk politics, village-toll meetings and regular reporting system should be developed .

There can be no buts or buts in the program of holding the general convention at the specified time . If there is any delay or excuse, it will ultimately push the party into a big accident . On the other hand, if the general convention is limited to selecting the leadership and covering up the contradictions, it risks weakening the party further . But if it is extended towards open debate, policy clarity and trust-building, the Congress can once again become a strong national security and problem-solving force .

Future vision: The Congress has no time to be confused anymore, but rather, it is time to start a new chapter of ideological renaissance and institutional development . Today's politics have changed, voters are aware, expectations are high and disappointments arise quickly . In such a situation, the Congress cannot make the future secure by simply recounting history . If the general convention starts the process of dialogue, thinking and purification in the party-organization, combines old experiences and new thinking, makes factional politics policy-based, promotes the youth with a real role, becomes a strong carrier against corruption for good governance and presents a clear framework for development, economy and all these guarantees, then the Congress will not only become the first party, but will also restore public trust and regain its former status as a national power.

In conclusion: The Congress is a big party - one with history, one with potential, one with thousands of dreams. But history only gives pride, not the future. The future is built by the decisions of the present, and this general convention should begin a historic journey with that decision. The upcoming general convention has the power to take the Congress to the peak of its potential. But if the opportunity is missed and the status quo is stuck, the crisis within the party will further expand. Disappointment among the people and cadres will increase. Ultimately, the spirit of democracy lies in reform, in dynamic change, and the general convention must decide which direction the Congress will now take, keeping in mind that only those who move forward in line with the times will have an opportunity. At this moment, this turn, this test, let us all Congress friends focus all our strength and move forward with total unity and determination for complete success in the general elections along with the general convention. This is not only for the Congress, but also a national necessity.