Kathmandu — Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) General Secretary Sharad Raj Pathak has called for immediate and comprehensive restructuring of the party, stating that reform is essential to strengthen its role in national politics.
In a statement posted on social media, Pathak said the party must move beyond its current position and develop into a credible and transformative force in national politics. He emphasized that urgent organizational restructuring is necessary to achieve this goal.
Review of Name, Election Symbol, and Leadership Structure
Pathak stated that the party’s name, election symbol, and leadership structure—from the central level to lower units—should be reviewed and adjusted as needed. He indicated that the existing structure has not been effective in strengthening the party’s overall position.
He said the main issue is not the party’s agenda but its thinking, working style, and internal tendencies. According to him, failure to understand and adapt to changing times has weakened the party.
Concerns Over Future Elections and Need for Internal Debate
Pathak acknowledged that expressing such views publicly could lead to criticism but said the remarks were made to encourage reform within the party. He called for broader discussion at all levels and invited feedback from party members, supporters, and critics.
He stressed the importance of understanding modern political dynamics and warned that ignoring these changes could harm the party’s future prospects. Pathak said that if the party continues with its current approach, it may face difficulty in identifying capable and influential candidates in upcoming local and provincial elections.
In the recent House of Representatives election held on Falgun 21, the RPP secured a total of five seats—one through the first-past-the-post system and four through proportional representation. In the 2079 election, the party had won 14 seats.
Pathak said his remarks were intended to initiate broader discussion within the party at all levels and expressed hope for constructive responses.
