I changed political equation making government effective: PM; Parties criticize new alliance

Kathmandu / March 7: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has made it clear that he changed the power equation even by taking risks to make the government’s works effective.

The PM said so while putting his views on the latest political developments and in reply to the queries of lawmakers in the meeting of the House of Representatives today.

On the occasion, he said he had declared before this in the House that he would not remain in his post if he failed to prove his capability or to bring positive change and raise hope in the country, but he did not get support from some factions in the erstwhile ruling coalition for his commitment.

“I had been telling repeatedly that I was not satisfied with the government’s pace of work. I had two alternatives – to protect my post by running an average and ad-hoc government or to work for nation-building as per my political resolve even by risking the post. I chose the second option,” the PM said.

He maintained that although his step might seem reflective of uncertainty and unreliable one to some, it was in the interest of the country and the people. The PM added that this would be proven from the government’s works and their result in the coming days.

“It is not that we did not achieve notable results in various sectors as a government. However, I wanted speed and dynamism. I was and am not in a state of confining myself in the cage of self-praise for the average results, he said, adding, “Colleagues (in the erstwhile ruling coalition) loved me as a person, but did not do me justice as a Prime Minister highly aspiring for change, good governance and prosperity.”

Parties express their take on new ruling alliance in parliament

Nepali Congress Chief Whip Ramesh Lekhak informed the House of Representatives today that with the change in the power equation his party, the Nepali Congress would now remain in the opposition bench as a ‘constructive opposition’.

Sharing about the decisions of the Nepali Congress central work execution committee and the parliamentary party’s meetings, he said his party has withdrawn its support to the government as a new alliance was formed ‘without any reason’ despite his party showing honesty and goodwill towards the erstwhile ruling coalition.

He expressed best wishes to the present reconstituted government led by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, saying may this government become successful in protecting the constitution, consolidating the existing political system and maintaining lasting peace, good governance, prosperity, and stability in the country.

This government will last until the remaining term of parliament: UML Vice-Chair Poudel

CPN (UML) Vice-Chair Bishnu Prasad Poudel has expressed confidence that the present government and the ruling alliance will last until the remaining term of the parliament.

Speaking in the meeting of the House of Representatives today on party-wise, he described the new alliance of parties as natural as no single party has a majority in the parliament. He contended that alliances can be formed with any political party in such a context.

Leader Poudel congratulated PM Dahal for initiating a new alliance for promoting good governance, prosperity and social justice in the country.

He asserted that the present coalition will focus on addressing the problems of the nation and people.

The new alliance will be continued for long, says Maoist Centre leader Paudel

Lawmaker of the CPN (Maoist Centre), Devendra Paudel, has said the incumbent ruling alliance would exist till next four years.

Expressing views on behalf of the party in today’s meeting of the House of Representatives, Paudel argued that no one could break this alliance.

“This alliance will continue for the remaining four years. No one can break it. It was a mistake to split the alliance in the past. The country failed to achieve stability”, he stressed.

Leader Paudel mentioned, “We have allied again to give stability to the country”, expressing the belief that the incumbent government would carry out activities in an expedited manner.

“This government will be able to formulate laws and resolve problems faced by the country. Parties have the responsibility of building a nation. It is necessary to move ahead forging national consensus for country’s prosperity and common issues”, he underscored.

RSP joins govt to seek a solution, not only to raise questions: Chief Whip Pariyar

Similarly, Chief Whip of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Santosh Pariyar, has said his party joined the government to seek the solution of the questions the party has been raising.

Expressing the view in today’s meeting of the House of Representatives on behalf of the party, Pariyar shared, “It is easy to ask question. Political parties should not escape when time comes for a solution.”

“The RSP joined the government with a belief to change the face of the country. It will exit from the government on the day, it fails to deliver works in favor of the nation and people”, he stressed.

The Chief Whip emphasized on the need to develop the parliament as a place for civilized practices.

Chair Lingden stresses on new national consensus

Chairperson of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party, Rajendra Lingden, has pointed out the need of new national consensus to resolve existing problems of the country.

Putting forth the view in today’s meeting of the House of Representatives on behalf of the party, Chair Lingden called all sides to take the country ahead through new understanding.

“The government has to bring a concrete programme to resolve problems of loan shark victims, cooperative victims and dairy producing farmers”, he shared.

The RPP Chair explained that the government should give concrete responses to the questions raised by opposition parties. RSS