Kathmandu: Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has announced that the identity of indigenous peoples will be acknowledged, and steps will be taken to resolve identity-related conflicts during the constitutional amendment process.
According to National News Agency Nepal, at a programme organized for the release of a book titled ‘Adiwasi Janajati Yoddharu’ by the Indigenous Peoples Department of the Nepali Congress at the party’s central office in Sanepa, Deuba highlighted the significant contributions made by the indigenous community to the party and democracy. He emphasized that Nepal’s transition to a democratic republic was built on the sacrifices and contributions of indigenous peoples and expressed his gratitude by honoring their families through the book release.
Deuba pointed out that the party’s statute has been inclusively and proportionally developed, ensuring the election of one joint general secretary and at least 15 central members to facilitate the participation of indigenous peoples in the party structure. He remarked that the involvement of indigenous communities has strengthened the party and that the current constitution, established under the party’s leadership, strives to incorporate the voices of all communities, including indigenous peoples, by making inclusive and equitable provisions that respect all castes and religions.
NC Vice President Purna Bahadur Khadka also addressed the event, asserting that the politics of Nepal largely hinges on the Nepali Congress. He pledged to address the party’s shortcomings, underscoring his commitment to improvement.