KATHMANDU: Lawmakers have expressed concern over the repeated failure to implement issues raised during discussions on the government’s annual policies and programs, calling it unfortunate that many recommendations go unaddressed year after year.
During Wednesday’s meeting of the House of Representatives, members urged the government to take these discussions seriously and develop concrete plans to address the suggestions raised.
Prakash Jwala of the CPN (Unified Socialist) emphasized the need to amend the constitution through national consensus to ensure it serves the welfare of the people.
He highlighted the importance of reviewing and resolving implementation challenges, reforming the expensive electoral system, reducing redundant structures—including constitutional commissions—and prioritizing amendments that secure the rights of marginalized communities and women.
Hari Dhakal of the Rastriya Swatantra Party criticized the government’s repetition of old commitments in the new fiscal year’s policy document.
He pointed out that promises like making the country self-sufficient in food through increased investment in agriculture have been made for over a decade without meaningful progress. “Where is the investment?” he questioned.
Bina Jaiswal of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party acknowledged that while the upcoming year’s policies largely recycle old plans, there are still areas that offer hope.
Meanwhile, Gyanendra Bahadur Karki of the Nepali Congress noted that the government’s programmes appear focused on national needs, sustainability, and balanced economic development.
He also called for coordinated efforts to remove Nepal from the Financial Action Task Force’s grey list and emphasized prioritizing the information technology sector at a national level.
Sunita Baral highlighted the importance of economic diplomacy and urged the government to ensure proper budget allocation to support youth-centered startup initiatives, paving the way for their smooth implementation.
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