In UML Meeting, Gurung Questions Oli: ‘Is the Party Your Private Company?’

Summary: UML Vice President Prithvi Subba Gurung questioned Chairman KP Sharma Oli, asking, ‘Is the party your private company?’ Following Chairman Oli’s warnings toward party leaders, Vice President Gurung emphasized the need to correct the party’s course. The secretariat meeting was suspended after four vice presidents objected to Oli’s harsh language. 8 Jestha, Kathmandu.

UML Vice President Prithvi Subba Gurung asked Chairman KP Sharma Oli, “Is the party your private company?” This question came after Chairman Oli began issuing threats against leaders who he claimed would cause chaos rather than reform. Four vice presidents raised concerns about Oli’s uncompromising stance during the UML secretariat meeting.

“The meeting today was quite heated. Towards the end, the chairman used rather strong language. In response, Prithvi Subba Gurung delivered a firm reaction, saying – is this party your private company? Can’t you speak respectfully with your colleagues?” one leader shared. After Oli hinted that those opposing the party line would be excluded from work divisions, Gurung protested this approach. He stressed that the party must be corrected under these circumstances. Instead of reform, Oli’s continued threats provoked objections. The meeting was subsequently suspended following the intense exchange.