Former Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has staked his claim to lead a new majority government under Article 76 (2) of the constitution, with the support of 165 lawmakers including members from his party and the Nepali Congress. Despite backing from fringe parties, Oli's claim is based solely on the support of the UML and Congress members. Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel has called upon members of the House of Representatives to stake their claim for the prime ministerial post, in accordance with Article 76 (2) of the constitution. This comes after Puspa Kamal Dahal failed to secure a vote of confidence during a floor test in the House of Representatives.