Nepali Parties Court Madhes Voters with Promises Ahead of February 21 Elections

Kathmandu. The Terai-Madhes region has become the epicenter for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for February 21. Political parties are making various assurances to the people of the Terai-Madhes to win their votes, presenting promises through their manifestos, pledges, and commitment letters.The Nepali Congress and the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) appear to be leading in this effort. Both parties are devising different strategies to attract Madhes votes. Both have already held mass rallies in the Madhes. The RSP organized a rally in Janakpur on Magh 5, one day before filing candidacies, while the Congress held its pledge assembly exactly...