UML Needs a Full Reset, Bishnu Paudel Says as Party Launches Reorganization Push

CPN-UML Vice Chairman Bishnu Paudel has called for a complete reorganization of the party, saying it cannot continue in its current state. Speaking at a political event in Kathmandu attended by Chairman KP Sharma Oli, Paudel said the party has already set up a task force to prepare a restructuring proposal.

The proposal will not be settled at the task force level. According to Paudel, it will first be reviewed in the Secretariat and then taken to the Central Committee before any final decision is made.

A signal for internal overhaul

Paudel’s remarks suggest that the UML is entering a serious phase of internal review, with leadership, structure, and working style all potentially on the table. His comments also point to a growing recognition inside the party that organizational change is no longer optional.

The move comes as the UML continues to wrestle with questions about leadership transition and internal direction. Paudel has recently framed the party’s future around rebuilding trust, especially among younger voters, and has argued that the party must adapt its organization and conduct to remain politically relevant.

What the task force means

The formation of a task force indicates that the party is trying to formalize its response rather than relying on ad hoc debate. In practical terms, that means the UML is now moving from public criticism and private concern toward a structured internal process.

If the proposal gains traction, it could influence how the party manages leadership roles, decision-making authority, and its broader political messaging. Any final reform package would still need approval from top party bodies, which means the process is likely to involve negotiation and compromise.

Why this matters for UML

For a major party like the UML, calls for reorganization are never just about internal housekeeping. They often reflect deeper concerns about unity, public confidence, and electoral competitiveness. Paudel’s intervention places those issues squarely in the spotlight while Chairman Oli remains at the center of party politics.

The coming discussions in the Secretariat and Central Committee will show whether this is the start of a genuine restructuring effort or another attempt to manage internal pressure without major change.