Rabi Lamichhane Calls All-Party Meeting in Singha Durbar to Tackle Nepal’s Political Flashpoints
RSP Chairman Rabi Lamichhane has invited leaders from all major parties to a Monday morning all-party meeting in Singha Durbar, signaling a push to discuss pressing political issues across Nepal’s parliament.
Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairman Rabi Lamichhane has called an all-party meeting for Monday morning to discuss contemporary political issues, bringing Nepal’s major parliamentary forces into one room at a moment of heightened political attention.
The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM in the Public Accounts Committee hall at Singha Durbar, and leaders from all political parties represented in the House of Representatives and the National Assembly have been invited, according to the news reports in circulation.
What the meeting is about
The stated purpose of the gathering is to discuss contemporary political issues, though the sources do not specify a fixed agenda. That leaves the meeting open-ended, but politically significant, especially because it brings together parties from both chambers of parliament.
Lamichhane, who serves as the founding chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, remains one of Nepal’s most prominent political figures. His party has gained national visibility since its founding in 2022, and Lamichhane has continued to play a high-profile role in parliamentary politics.
Why it matters
An all-party meeting in Singha Durbar is more than a routine consultation. In Nepal’s fragmented political environment, such gatherings are often used to test consensus, reduce confrontation, and open dialogue on issues that cut across party lines.
Inviting leaders from both the House of Representatives and the National Assembly suggests an effort to widen participation beyond a single bloc or coalition. That makes the meeting noteworthy even before any formal decisions emerge.
Lamichhane’s growing political profile
Lamichhane has remained a central figure in Nepal’s political conversation since entering national politics. He founded the Rastriya Swatantra Party in 2022 and has since become one of its most visible leaders.
His influence has extended beyond domestic party politics. Recent reporting has also highlighted his diplomatic engagement, including a high-profile visit to India that drew attention for its focus on Nepal-India relations and political reset messaging. That broader visibility adds weight to his role in convening parties at home.
What to watch on Monday
The key question is whether the meeting produces any shared position on the issues under discussion or simply serves as a forum for airing concerns. Either outcome would still signal that major parties are willing to engage in a structured conversation at a politically sensitive time.
If the talks produce even a limited consensus, the meeting could become an important signal of cross-party cooperation. If not, it will still offer a snapshot of where Nepal’s parties stand on the issues shaping the current political moment.