Chitwan, June 22 -- The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is all set to elect its chairperson and senior leader unanimously at its ongoing general convention in Chitwan, even as competition is intensifying for other key positions and the 99-member central committee.

According to party leaders, the RSP is moving towards a consensus on the top posts, with party chair Rabi Lamichhane and senior leader and prime minister, Balendra Shah, expected to be endorsed unopposed. However, elections are likely for several top positions, including vice-chair, general secretary and joint general secretary.

Addressing the convention's inaugural session on Sunday, both Lamichhane and Shah urged delegates to ensure competition remains healthy and transparent...