KATHMANDU: Nepal’s main opposition party, Nepali Congress, has voiced strong objection to the government’s decision to prematurely end the current session of the Federal Parliament.
In a meeting of the Congress Parliamentary Party held today, serious concern was expressed regarding the government’s recommendation to conclude the budget session prematurely, despite ample time remaining.
Chief Whip Ramesh Lekhak, while sharing the party’s stance following the meeting, labeled the government’s decision as undemocratic and contrary to parliamentary norms and practices.
The Congress strongly criticized and condemned the government’s move, emphasizing the need for upholding democratic principles.
Lekhak highlighted the Congress’s demand for the formation of a parliamentary investigation committee to probe allegations of misappropriation of cooperative funds involving a government minister.
Despite repeated calls for a fair and independent investigation, the government has disregarded this demand, he stated.
Furthermore, Lekhak rebutted the ruling party’s accusations that opposition obstructionism was the cause of House disruption, asserting that the Congress has consistently raised concerns regarding Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane’s alleged involvement in cooperative fund misappropriation, supported by factual evidence.
The Congress Parliamentary Party affirmed its unwavering commitment to ensuring an impartial, transparent, and credible investigation into the cooperative fund fraud.
Additionally, it lamented the government’s failure to prioritize crucial legislative matters concerning the implementation of the Constitution, federalism, and public welfare, attributing this to the premature conclusion of the session.
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