Kathmandu – The Election Commission has started preparations for the parliamentary elections scheduled for March 5, following the government’s decision to dissolve the House of Representatives.

Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari said the commission is ready to hold the election if the government ensures the necessary resources. He noted that while elections typically require at least 120 days of preparation, the commission is prepared to conduct them within six months.

According to Bhandari, preparatory tasks such as management and updating the voter list are already underway. “Once the government provides the resources, the commission will not face any difficulty,” he said.

He added that after the official election announcement is issued by the Prime Minister and the President’s Office, the remaining processes will move forward in coordination with the Ministry of Home Affairs. Once the minister is involved, consultations will take place, and the commission will proceed as instructed. But we are ready to move forward as soon as resources are secured,” Bhandari explained.

He also pointed out that the term of one-third of National Assembly members will expire in mid-February, requiring elections to be completed at least 35 days in advance. He said the House of Representatives and National Assembly elections will be conducted simultaneously.