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Nepal’s economy stands at a strange crossroads. On the surface, there are reasons for optimism: foreign exchange reserves appear stable, banks report healthy deposits, and urban markets still show signs of consumer activity. Yet beneath that surface lies a more troubling reality. Industries are weakening, young people are leaving in large numbers, and fertile farmland is slowly being abandoned. What looks stable from afar may, in fact, be structurally fragile.
Final campaign stretch before silence period tests code compliance
Parties are intensifying door-to-door outreach, small rallies and digital messaging in what is likely the last full week of open campaigning before the silence period. The Election Commission says it will closely monitor expenditure, crowd control and online content to enforce the code of conduct.
Feb 27, 2026
EC says all HoR poll logistics now in place
The Election Commission has stated that ballot papers, ballot boxes and other key logistics for the March 5 House of Representatives election have been dispatched to all 77 districts. Voter education is underway in all 6,743 wards, and staff and security forces have begun moving toward their assigned polling locations.
Security agencies report strong nationwide election deployment
Security agencies say more than 300,000 personnel from four forces have been mobilised under an integrated security plan for the March 5 polls. High-level briefings to the prime minister and Election Commission indicate no major nationwide threats so far, though localised tensions and misinformation remain key concerns.
Election code of conduct now shapes last campaign week
The Election Code of Conduct for the 2026 House elections is fully in force and governs behaviour of parties, candidates, ministers, media and security officials. The rules restrict use of state resources, gift distribution, hate speech and misuse of religious sites, and introduce stricter norms for social media campaigning.
Dahal rejects pre-poll alliance as UML seeks seat deals
Nepali Communist Party coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal has publicly ruled out entering formal electoral alliances before March 5, even as rumours intensify about talks with CPN-UML in constituencies like Jhapa-5 and Dang-2. UML leaders admit discussions on possible seat adjustments but say no final deal has been struck.
