Nepal's Constitutional Council Faces Delays

The Constitutional Council of Nepal is facing delays in achieving its full composition due to the Nepali Congress party's delay in selecting its parliamentary leader and the ongoing process of electing a Deputy Speaker for the House of Representatives. This delay, as highlighted by constitutional expert Dr. Chandra Kanta Gyawali, is hindering the appointment of key officials, including the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and officials in various constitutional bodies like the Election Commission. The absence of a fully functional council is expected to impede governance and delay the filling of vacant positions within crucial institutions. The Nepali Congress party anticipates finalizing its parliamentary leader within the month of Chaitra (mid-April).