Rank harmonization bone of contention: Koirala

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Published: September 12, 2011 01:55 PM
KATHMANDU, Sep 12: Nepali Congress Central Committee member Shekhar Koirala has said the Nepali Congress and the UCPN (Maoist) are in dispute over rank harmonization of former PLA combatants.

“There have been differences between NC and the Maoist party regarding the rank harmonization,” he said, adding, “The rank harmonization should be done according to the standard norms.” [break]

Speaking at a function in Morang Koirala said NC supports integration of the combatants on the basis of individual eligibilty.

He also stressed that the conflict victims too should be provided relief just like the PLA combatants are to receive.