Speaking at a program in Bhaktapur, Bijukchhe said it is largely due to major political parties’ lust for power that the present situation has evolved. [break]
Saying that extension of cabinet is the prime minister’s prerogative, Bijukchhe said there is no point in making a hue and cry about the recent reshuffling of the cabinet.
He also added that the reshuffle would not affect the ongoing peace and constitution writing processes.
Bijukchhe also stressed on the need to complete integration of Maoist combatants as early as possible, adding that the process should be carried out on merit basis, rather than going for integration in bulk.
Mahaseth rules out immediate cabinet reshuffle