KATHMANDU: Rajendra Lingden, chair of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), on Wednesday accused the coalition government formed by major parties of being deeply involved in corruption.
Speaking at the House of Representatives session, Lingden alleged that the coalition between the two major parties, Nepali Congress and CPN-UML, behaves as if the country’s resources are being auctioned off for personal gain.
He highlighted a competition among ministers over who earns faster and more, pointing out that at least a dozen ministers have been publicly implicated in corruption scandals, calling for thorough investigations into their conduct.
Lingden stated that corruption has become so widespread that it is easier to identify places where corruption does not exist. He urged that investigations should not be limited to civil servants but must also target political leaders.
Despite repeatedly demanding the formation of investigative committees in parliament, Lingden claimed the government has ignored these calls, warning that if their demands remain unmet, pressure will be escalated through public demonstrations.
Following their grievances, members of the RPP also boycotted the parliamentary session.
Comment