What is ‘Congress 2.0’ doing differently at the General Convention?

KATHMANDU: The Nepali Congress’ 15th General Convention has introduced several new practices, focusing on policy-oriented transformation, reduced publicity and greater use of technology compared to previous conventions.

Held at Kathmandu’s historic Khulamanch under the slogans ‘Changed Congress, Change the Country’ and ‘Congress 2.0’, the convention is preparing to hold elections without forming faction-based panels.

In view of the situation following recent natural disasters and the need for austerity, the party has completely banned physical leaflets, pamphlets, arches and flex banners. Publicity is being carried out through around 100 digital boards in urban areas and social media.

Both the inaugural ceremony and closed sessions are being held at Khulamanch. Three large halls named Himal, Pahad and Tarai-Madhes have been constructed at the historic venue for the closed sessions.