Among 119 present lawmakers, 89 voted for the motion while one vote was cast against the motion. Twenty-nine lawmakers chose to remain neutral.[break]
After the parliament session, Paudel when asked about the continuation of meaningless electoral procedure said that it was held to fulfill Maoist desire.
The next round of the prime ministerial election is scheduled for October 26.
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