Kathmandu, Jan. 13 -- The ongoing special general convention of the Nepali Congress on Tuesday dissolved the previous election committee and formed a new five-member panel under advocate Sitaram KC to select the central working committee.

The decision was made during the closed session at Bhrikutimandap, which began on Monday.

Supporters of the special convention continued discussions with establishment leaders at a residence in Lazimpat. Party president Sher Bahadur Deuba and his camp, who oppose the convention, are seeking a compromise to prevent a split ahead of the March elections. Negotiations involve four-member teams from both sides, focusing on leadership roles, ownership of policy papers, and ticket distribution. The special co...