Kathmandu, Jan. 11 -- The Nepali Congress' second special general convention is underway at Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu, drawing wide attention amid speculation over whether it signals party reform or a possible split.

The convention has been convened with the active involvement of general secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma.

While some observers see the convention as an attempt to transform the party, others fear a party split. Delegates and participants arriving from across the country, however, say the gathering reflects a growing demand for generational change within the party.

Indra Kedem, a Koshi Province working committee member from Taplejung, said he attended the event to support leadership renewal. "Sher Bah...