Kathmandu: Speaker Devraj Ghimire has emphasized the importance of maintaining the dignity of the parliament by fostering inter-party consensus through dialogue and collaboration among political parties represented in the parliament. He urged unity in addressing the aspirations of the people.
According to National News Agency Nepal, on the occasion of Parliament Day, 2082 BS, Speaker Ghimire extended best wishes to all Nepali citizens, including current and former members of the federal parliament, and representatives from provincial assemblies and local levels. He acknowledged the contributions of the free press, civil society, and conscious citizens in enhancing the effectiveness, accountability, and responsiveness of the parliament to its people.
The Speaker paid tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for parliamentary democracy and recalled the efforts of political warriors. Parliament Day is observed annually on the 16th of Ashad, marking the first meeting of the people-elected House of Representatives in Nepal. Speaker Ghimire highlighted that the day serves as a reminder of democracy, constitutionalism, people’s rights, and the accountability of representatives.
He emphasized the role of parliament as a key institution for exercising the sovereignty of the people, stating that democracy thrives on public participation. The message reiterated that parliament undertakes crucial tasks such as policy-making, law-making, and effective monitoring of implementation, ensuring that policies and laws align with the will of the people through administrative procedures.
Deputy Speaker Indira Rana Magar also conveyed her message of good wishes, underscoring the need for reforms in parliamentary practices to enhance the effectiveness, transparency, accountability, and responsiveness of Parliament. Her message expressed hope that Parliament Day would inspire federal parliament members, constituent assembly members, former parliamentarians, parliamentary secretariat staff, and the general Nepali populace to protect and strengthen parliamentary democracy.