Addressing the inaugural session of Kabilash Village Committee of the party in Chitwan on Sunday, Gautam said that the argument by some political parties against extending the CA term is impractical. [break]
He said that since there is overwhelming demand from the people to promulgate a new constitution, political parties should meet that demand even by extending the term of the CA.
He warned that the country could witness fresh violence if the ongoing process is abruptly ended.
Gautam also argued that new constitution should be promulgated only after ensuring management of the Maoist combatants. “None of the work related constitution drafting will gain momentum without army integration,” he added.
In a separate context, Gautam also clarified that the alliance between the UML and the UCPN (Maoist) will continue until the promulgation of the new constitution. He also urged Nepali Congress to join the government as it would be difficult to promulgate new constitution by putting any major parties outside the government.
Gautam, who has been insisting that the Maoists should be given the Home Ministry, said the issue should be settled amicably through talks.
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