Kathmandu: With just 65 days remaining until the House of Representatives election slated for March 5, 2026, the Election Commission (EC) has announced campaign expenditure ceilings for candidates, categorizing constituencies by accessibility and remoteness.
Candidates contesting from five Kathmandu constituencies—Kathmandu-1, 3, 6, 7, and 8—will be allowed to spend up to Rs 2.5 million each. The EC has fixed a spending limit of Rs 2.7 million for candidates in 17 constituencies, while those in 65 constituencies may spend up to Rs 2.9 million.
According to the Commission, candidates in 52 constituencies will be permitted a maximum expenditure of Rs 3.1 million, and those in 26 constituencies up to Rs 3.3 million. EC spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai said the higher limits reflect geographical and logistical challenges in certain areas.
Bhattarai also stated that candidates must open a separate bank or financial institution account exclusively for election expenses, with all campaign-related transactions conducted through that account. Candidates are required to submit detailed expense statements, including the names of individuals authorized to spend on their behalf, to the Election Officer’s office.
As per the Members of the House of Representatives Act, candidates must adhere to the prescribed spending limits and submit a comprehensive election expenditure report within 35 days of the official declaration of results.
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