KATHMANDU: Minister of Home Affairs Ramesh Lekhak pointed out that any constitutional amendment will only be implemented with the backing of all political parties. At a news conference organized by the Nepal News Union's Chitwan chapter, he underlined the importance of constitutional amendments to strengthen the federal democratic republic and ensure more inclusivity.
"On this matter, preliminary talks have started, but only two political parties will decide on the Constitution amendment," Minister Lekhak said. In order to preserve the values of democracy and inclusivity in the nation's governance, he continued, agreement among all parties involved is crucial.
In his overview of the current political climate, the Minister noted that the Nepali Congress (NC) and the CPN (UML), the two largest parties in Parliament, had agreed to form a coalition government with the shared goals of promoting political stability, thwarting corruption, bolstering good governance, and boosting economic growth. He reiterated that the partnership is strong and will endure till the general election in 2084 BS.
Minister Lekhak gave assurances that the administration is committed to addressing both political concerns and the human rights of every individual. "The administration maintains its emphasis on protecting human rights," declared the president.
Lekhak explained that the government had no desire for "revenge" against Rabi Lamichhane, the chairperson of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, in reference to the ongoing court action against him. The public should let the judicial process run its course, he underlined, adding, "This is a legal issue, and there need to be no issues raised about the legal proceedings."
Speaking at a separate press conference hosted by the Nepal Press Union in Parsa, former Finance Minister, and Nepali Congress Spokesperson Prakash Sharan Mahat cautioned the administration against taking on foreign debts. He emphasized the difficulties in repaying loans obtained following the COVID-19 pandemic and encouraged the administration to put the needs of the country ahead of taking on foreign debt.
Mahat proposed that foreign loans should only be applied for when absolutely necessary and should be allocated to productive industries that support the nation's goals. Avoiding "unnecessary" loans from nearby nations, which could further strain the national economy, was another point he emphasized.
To address Nepal's present issues and further its development objectives, both presidents reaffirmed the significance of political stability, economic prudence, and consensus-driven government.
