KATHMANDU: A crucial session of the Constitutional Council is currently underway at the Prime Minister’s Office Residence in Baluwatar.

Chaired by the Prime Minister, the meeting aims to address the vacancies within Nepal’s constitutional bodies, ensuring the effective functioning of key institutions vital to the country’s governance.

The council, comprising the Chief Justice, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Chairman of the National Assembly, leader of the main opposition party, and Vice-Chairman of the HoR, holds significant responsibility in appointing members to various constitutional bodies.

As mandated by the Constitution of Nepal, there are 13 constitutional bodies tasked with upholding and safeguarding the principles of democracy, justice, and accountability within the country.