KATHMANDU, April 6: Lawmakers from both the ruling and opposition parties emphasized the need to set aside ideological differences and raise a unified voice in support of national interests during Monday’s session of the House of Representatives.
Speaking during the special time in parliament, legislators stressed that the House should serve as a platform to amplify the voice of the people.
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmaker Kabindra Burlakoti expressed confidence that the newly elected Speaker would help align the House, government, and overall system to meet public expectations. “The House now has not just new faces but determined lawmakers ready to drive change,” he said.
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RSP lawmaker Manish Jha highlighted the parliament’s role as a “gurukul and university” for learning, stressing that lawmakers must actively represent public interests. He referenced the youth uprising of September 9 as an example of citizen engagement.
Nepali Congress lawmaker Arjun Narsingh KC stated that a parliament that enables constructive opposition strengthens democracy. He added that ideological diversity should not be viewed as hostility, asserting that national interest must take precedence over party politics.
CPN-UML lawmakers also raised key concerns: Ain Bahadur Mahara urged the government to reverse the ban on student organizations, noting the importance of such groups even in prestigious international universities. Bishnumaya BK called for government plans to reduce violence against women through digital means.
Other lawmakers emphasized citizen accountability, responsible governance, and the need for the government to respond effectively to public expectations, including development projects funded by international organizations such as the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank.
