The inauguration ceremony of the 11th National Convention of the CPN-UML is set to begin shortly. The opening session is being held at Sallaghari in Bhaktapur, while the closed-door sessions will take place at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu.
Delegates and leaders from across the country have been arriving in Bhaktapur since early today. For the inauguration ceremony scheduled for midday at the open ground in Sallaghari, representatives of 16 political parties and six social organisations have been invited.
The convention venue at Sallaghari has begun filling up with participants. Strict security checks are being carried out before entry into the inauguration site.
A total of 2,262 delegates will take part in the 11th National Convention. As per the party statute, five percent of the delegates can be nominated, bringing in 108 nominated members. Including 309 central advisers, the total number of participants will reach 2,571.
The 11th National Convention of the CPN-UML is now getting underway, with a steady flow of delegates heading towards Sallaghari. Rallies comprising delegates from various sectors are marching towards the convention venue, while several participants have already arrived at the inauguration site. Party leaders are also reaching Sallaghari one after another.
Cultural programs are currently underway at the venue. Participants are being subjected to rigorous security screening before entering the inauguration area. A total of 20,000 chairs have been arranged at the open ground to accommodate those attending the ceremony.
