Kathmandu: Lawmakers have drawn the government’s attention to contemporary issues during the ‘urgent time’ in today’s meeting of the House of Representatives.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Mahesh Kumar Bartaula demanded the government ensure prompt medical treatment for the 10 individuals injured in a Bolero jeep accident that occurred at Raksirang in Makawanpur district this morning. He noted that six of the injured are in critical condition.
Madhav Sapkota urged the Speaker to compel the government to conduct a thorough investigation into reports of halted IPO proceedings at the Securities Board due to alleged demands for ‘commission’.
Yogendra Mandal raised concerns about a family displaced by a house fire on March 18, which resulted in the tragic loss of a three-and-a-half-year-old girl. He appealed for proper arrangements as the family currently resides in a madrasa shelter.
Thakur Prasad Gaire called for an inquiry into the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA), amid reports that a new committee was formed before the previous committee had completed its term.
During the special hour of the House of Representatives, Janata Samajbadi Party lawmaker Ranju Kumari Jha requested budget allocation in the upcoming fiscal year for upgrading the stadium in Rajbiraj, Saptari. She advocated for establishing a cricket research center in Rajbiraj, citing the district’s prominence in producing national and international players.
Janamat Party lawmaker Abdul Khan highlighted the human-wildlife conflict in Bardiya district, which has led to numerous casualties. He called for government intervention to address the issue and emphasized the need for conservation efforts for the black buck population. Khan also demanded budget allocations for hospital facilities, transportation, and agricultural support in Bardiya.
Janata Samajbadi Party Nepal lawmaker Rekha Yadav pressed for enhanced agricultural production and pesticide-free produce in Nepal. She insisted on quality testing for imported agricultural goods.
Lastly, Loktantrik Samajbadi Party lawmaker Sarbendra Nath Shukla reiterated Nepal’s commitment to a non-aligned foreign policy and underscored the importance of international cooperation to combat terrorism.