Joining hands with Maoist possible: Mahat

POKHARA, Jan 1: Leader of the Nepali Congress, Dr. Ram Sharan Mahat, has said that co-work with the UCPN (Maoist) was possible if there was substantial progress in peace process.



Speaking at a news conference on Sunday, leader Mahat however refused to join hands with the former rebel party until the PLA combatants were rehabilitated and integrated. [break]



Leader Mahat also demanded the return of the seized properties to the rightful owners.



"At present, the NC is not in favor of changing the prime minister. We give opportunity to this government to conclude the peace process. But, the NC will be compelled to seek alternative to this government if the peace process is not taken ahead," Mahat warned.



Dr. Mahat said that promulgation of the statute without completing the peace process would pose a serious threat to the country, and accused the Maoist party of being dishonest to the seven-point deal.

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