KATHMANDU: During today’s National Assembly (NA) meeting, lawmakers expressed support for the political agreement on the Transitional Justice Act while raising a range of concerns about recent political developments and issues at both national and local levels.
Sonam Gyaljen Sherpa called on the government to implement effective insurance measures for workers in high-risk electrical areas, provide safety device training, and improve communication connectivity.
He also emphasized the need for national consensus on critical issues, including constitutional amendments.
Jhakku Prasad Subedi expressed discomfort with the term “violent conflict” used to describe the “people’s war,” arguing that it misrepresents the movement aimed at securing people’s rights.
He also questioned the Nepali Congress’s push for constitutional amendments, suggesting it might be an attempt to implement a two-party system contrary to democratic values.
He stressed that any constitutional amendments should support a fully democratic electoral system and an elected executive head.
Narayan Datta Bhatta praised the endorsement of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Bill by the House of Representatives.
He advocated for constitutional amendments to further empower citizens across all communities and regions.
Gomadevi Timilsina acknowledged that while the Constitution is amendable, any changes must not undermine the rights achieved through prolonged struggles.
She also expressed concern over the closure of state-owned industries and public enterprises due to political reasons.
Bishnu Kumari Sapkota called for policies and programs to generate domestic employment opportunities and break the cycle of poverty.
Rajendra Laxmi Gaire highlighted that despite the Constitution’s guarantee of equality, women continue to face significant disadvantages, and the aspirations for quality and inclusion remain unmet.
Shrikrishna Prasad Adhikari lamented the lack of state support for persons with disabilities, while Tulasa Kumari Dahal noted that requiring a National ID card for receiving old-age allowances has created difficulties for beneficiaries.
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