Kathmandu: Opposition party lawmakers in the House of Representatives have expressed their commitment to present themselves responsibly to fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to them by their constituents. In a conversation with RSS regarding the first session of the House of Representatives starting later today, they expressed the view that they will work to address issues of public concern, ensuring laws are formulated in the interest of the country and people.
According to National News Agency Nepal, CPN (UML) lawmaker Suhang Nembang emphasized that this time in the House, work should be done for the prosperity and welfare of the country and the people, not with the spirit of the ruling party and the opposition. He stated, “We should support and criticize the government’s work based on its merits and demerits. We should be providing constructive advice and suggestions and not go by the trend of opposing everything that the government does, even if it is good.”
Likewise, Nepali Congress MP Bharat Khadka expressed the view that the Congress will present itself in the parliament in a mature and responsible manner as it is a party that upholds democratic values. He acknowledged past weaknesses in running the government and the party, admitting that the voters have punished them to some extent for these shortcomings.
Nepali Communist Party MP Yubaraj Dulal highlighted that issues of rule of law and good governance will be given priority. He mentioned that relief for farmers, employment for youth within the country, strengthening the federal democratic republic, and constitutional amendments will be significant topics in the upcoming session. These amendments are aimed at reducing the number of provincial councils of ministers, establishing a fully proportional electoral system, and advocating for an executive president.
The first session of the House of Representatives after the election held on March 5 is scheduled to start at 2:00 pm later today.