LALITPUR: The Nepali Congress has criticized the government’s use of force against squatters, calling it “inhumane and cruel,” while also urging a strong diplomatic stance on the Lipulekh border issue.
A meeting of the party’s Central Working Committee, chaired by Gagan Kumar Thapa at the BP Smriti Bhawan in Lalitpur, made a series of decisions on current political developments, border disputes, squatter management, ordinances, and organizational matters.
Firm stance on Lipulekh
The party reiterated its position that Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani are part of Nepal’s territory. It expressed serious concern over agreements between India and China, and urged the government to take diplomatic initiatives to ensure respect for Nepal’s sovereignty.
Criticism over treatment of squatters
The party strongly objected to the demolition of settlements and use of force in the name of managing squatters. It described the actions as inhumane and called on the government to immediately ensure humane conditions for those currently staying in holding centers.
Concerns over ordinances
The meeting stressed that ordinances introduced by the government must comply with the Constitution, and called for the correction of any unconstitutional provisions. It also urged the immediate withdrawal of the ordinance related to the Constitutional Council.
Organizational decisions
The party announced that several sister organizations have been automatically dissolved after failing to hold their general conventions within the stipulated timeframe. It also noted leadership changes in the Nepal Tarun Dal and the Dalit Association.
Additionally, Rajendra Kumar KC has been appointed coordinator of the parliamentary facilitation mechanism, while Nanu Bastola and Rampaltan Sah have been nominated as members of the decorum committee.
Party leaders, including vice presidents, general secretaries, and central members, expressed their views during the meeting. The party concluded by reaffirming its commitment to protecting the Constitution, democratic values, and human rights.
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