CPN (UML) chairman Jhala Nath Khanal has said his party is open to the prime ministerial candidate for the new unity government if the main opposition party agrees to the conditions.
At a press conference at the party headquarter Balkhu on Monday, Khanal called on the Maoists to sit for talks to seek solution of the present crisis.
He mentioned that extension of the Constituent Assembly (CA) tenure is more important than pointing out a candidate for prime minister for now.
Khanal refuted reports that Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal proposed him as the next prime minister, which is said to have invited disputes within the Unified CPN (Maoist).
Khanal also informed that most people who signed the memorandum submitted by Bam Dev Gautam have withdrawn it, but did not mention anything about the form of action that party would take against its vice chairman Gautam
Monday, May 17, 2010
Sunday, May 16, 2010
‘NC must take govt leadership’
Nepali Congress lawmakers and central committee members have advised the party officials to take initiative for NC to lead the unity government if that ends the current political impasse.
NC called for the joint meeting of the parliament party and the central committee from Sunday to devise strategies towards ending the political crisis and to decide on extension of the CA term.
The discussion for NC lead unity government started after Unified CPN (Maoist) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal said that any person from any party can be the new prime minister.
Most NC lawmakers opined for extension of CA term by another six months to a year but stressed on political consensus as mere term extension is not durable solution for writing constitution.
NC called for the joint meeting of the parliament party and the central committee from Sunday to devise strategies towards ending the political crisis and to decide on extension of the CA term.
The discussion for NC lead unity government started after Unified CPN (Maoist) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal said that any person from any party can be the new prime minister.
Most NC lawmakers opined for extension of CA term by another six months to a year but stressed on political consensus as mere term extension is not durable solution for writing constitution.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
PM Nepal dismisses calls for resignation
Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal Saturday resoundingly dismissed demands for his resignation saying he has "not committed any crime or done anything unconstitutional".
"Why should I resign? Have I committed any crime or done anything unconstitutional?" he thundered while addressing a programme organised by the UML's youth wing in the capital Saturday. "Why should I bow down when I'm working for the country?"
"Why should I resign? Have I committed any crime or done anything unconstitutional?" he thundered while addressing a programme organised by the UML's youth wing in the capital Saturday. "Why should I bow down when I'm working for the country?"
Maoists should turn into civilian party before claiming govt leadership: Sujata
Deputy prime minister and foreign minister Sujata Koirala has advised the Unified CPN (Maoist) to change into a civilian party before taking over a leadership of a national unity government.
She said the Maoists must first detach itself from the People's Liberation Army (PLA), dismantle the paramilitary structure of the Young Communist League (YCL) and cooperate in integration and rehabilitation of the combatants with specific time frame.
Koirala further said, the current coalition will continue to be in seat until the Maoists agree on the above conditions
She said the Maoists must first detach itself from the People's Liberation Army (PLA), dismantle the paramilitary structure of the Young Communist League (YCL) and cooperate in integration and rehabilitation of the combatants with specific time frame.
Koirala further said, the current coalition will continue to be in seat until the Maoists agree on the above conditions
Friday, May 14, 2010
Maoists are still violent and can't be trusted: PM Nepal
Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal has said that he still hasn't seen any notable improvement in the violent nature of the Maoists and that because of this they can't be trusted.
PM Nepal made this remark after visiting Min Bahadur Khadka, a school teacher in Okhaldhunga who is currently admitted at the TU Teaching Hospital in the capital after being seriously injured through beating by Maoist cadres, Friday morning.He said that these kind of incidents occurring at a time when efforts are being made to forge consensus among parties to end the current deadlock has only laid bare the true nature of the Maoists.
PM Nepal made this remark after visiting Min Bahadur Khadka, a school teacher in Okhaldhunga who is currently admitted at the TU Teaching Hospital in the capital after being seriously injured through beating by Maoist cadres, Friday morning.He said that these kind of incidents occurring at a time when efforts are being made to forge consensus among parties to end the current deadlock has only laid bare the true nature of the Maoists.
Police recover arms from Saptari temple
A joint team of Nepal Police and Armed Police Force (AFP) has recovered a huge cache of arms from Trikol VDC in Saptari district on Friday morning.
The police recovered the hidden arms in the New Baba temple in Trikol VDC Ward No 3. The arms include one pistol each made in England and China, four guns, 14 loaded magazines and 14 rounds of bullets. They were covered with hay.
Though police suspect the arms belong to Madhes Virus Killers, it has not been confirmed who left the arms inside the temple
The police recovered the hidden arms in the New Baba temple in Trikol VDC Ward No 3. The arms include one pistol each made in England and China, four guns, 14 loaded magazines and 14 rounds of bullets. They were covered with hay.
Though police suspect the arms belong to Madhes Virus Killers, it has not been confirmed who left the arms inside the temple
Thursday, May 13, 2010
PM Nepal busy garnering support for CA term extension
In order to avert another set back to his shaky position at the helms, embattled Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal continued to hold consultation with top leaders of various political parties on the issue of extension of Constituent Assembly's term on Thursday as well.
PM Nepal conferred with Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) leaders Surya Bahadur Thapa and Pashupati Samsher Rana at the PMO in Singha Durbar at 11 am today.
The RPP leaders agreed that there is no alternative left other than extending CA's term which expires on May 28 to avert serious constitutional crisis, but said that consensus of other political parties must be sought on the matter.Emerging from the meeting, Pashupati Samsher Rana said that they advised PM Nepal to forge consensus among the political parties in order to jointly tackle the possible crisis the country may face in the event of failure in promulgating the constitution on time.
PM Nepal is scheduled to hold separate meetings with top leaders of Madhesi Janadhikar Forum, Sadbhawana Party, Rastriya Janamorcha, Nepal Pariwar Dal and Nepali Janata Dal
PM Nepal conferred with Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) leaders Surya Bahadur Thapa and Pashupati Samsher Rana at the PMO in Singha Durbar at 11 am today.
The RPP leaders agreed that there is no alternative left other than extending CA's term which expires on May 28 to avert serious constitutional crisis, but said that consensus of other political parties must be sought on the matter.Emerging from the meeting, Pashupati Samsher Rana said that they advised PM Nepal to forge consensus among the political parties in order to jointly tackle the possible crisis the country may face in the event of failure in promulgating the constitution on time.
PM Nepal is scheduled to hold separate meetings with top leaders of Madhesi Janadhikar Forum, Sadbhawana Party, Rastriya Janamorcha, Nepal Pariwar Dal and Nepali Janata Dal
Maoist chairman should put words into deed: Deuba
Top Nepali Congress (NC) leader Sher Bahadur Deuba praised UCPN (Maoist) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' as a "fine speaker", but said that he can't still be trusted when it comes to putting his words into deed.
The former prime minister made this remark while talking briefly with media-persons in the capital on Thursday where he said the Maoists can't be readily trusted to fulfill the commitments they have made. "Prachanda is a fine speaker. He gives good speeches," Deuba said, "but he first needs to show that he is sincere by fulfilling the commitments he has made in the past."
While apologizing to intellectual, professional and valley folks for inconvenience caused them due to his public speech from Khula Manch (where he said "handful of so-called intellectuals who have earned some money wear fancy clothes and are writing and speaking against the people while there are petty kings in the valley") at an interaction held by his party with intellectuals and civil society leaders on Wednesday, Maoist chairman Dahal had said that that his party is ready to display maximum flexibility on not only government formation, but also on integration of Maoist combatants, dismantling the paramilitary structure of YCL, among other issues.
The former prime minister made this remark while talking briefly with media-persons in the capital on Thursday where he said the Maoists can't be readily trusted to fulfill the commitments they have made. "Prachanda is a fine speaker. He gives good speeches," Deuba said, "but he first needs to show that he is sincere by fulfilling the commitments he has made in the past."
While apologizing to intellectual, professional and valley folks for inconvenience caused them due to his public speech from Khula Manch (where he said "handful of so-called intellectuals who have earned some money wear fancy clothes and are writing and speaking against the people while there are petty kings in the valley") at an interaction held by his party with intellectuals and civil society leaders on Wednesday, Maoist chairman Dahal had said that that his party is ready to display maximum flexibility on not only government formation, but also on integration of Maoist combatants, dismantling the paramilitary structure of YCL, among other issues.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
NC, Maoist leaders continue 'informal' parleys
Nepali Congress leaders held 'informal' meeting with Maoist leaders Wednesday in a bid to hammer out a deal to end the current political standoff.
NC central leaders Bimalendra Nidhi and Krishna Prasad Sitauala went to Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal's residence to discuss thorny issues including formation of a unity government and extension of the tenure of the Constituent Assembly.
Maoist leaders are known to have reiterated their demands for immediate resignation of the Prime Minister in response to the party's decision tocall off the indefinite general strike while the NC leaders tried to convince them on extension of the CA's tenure.
The UCPN (M) has said it is not in favour of extending the tenure of CA before the resignation of the Prime Minister
NC central leaders Bimalendra Nidhi and Krishna Prasad Sitauala went to Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal's residence to discuss thorny issues including formation of a unity government and extension of the tenure of the Constituent Assembly.
Maoist leaders are known to have reiterated their demands for immediate resignation of the Prime Minister in response to the party's decision tocall off the indefinite general strike while the NC leaders tried to convince them on extension of the CA's tenure.
The UCPN (M) has said it is not in favour of extending the tenure of CA before the resignation of the Prime Minister
Food shortage looms large in western hilly districts
Hilly districts of the mid and far western regions are likely to face shortage of food as transportation of food grains in the districts has stopped for over a month.
Reports say, although there is adequate supply of food at the regional depots in Nepalgunj and Dhangadi, the godowns in the districts are gradually emptying as they have not been refilled for a long time.
Kantipur daily reported, the transportation of food grains to the remote districts of mid and far western districts has been stopped as the government did not sanction budget it.
Food stocks in Mugu, Humla and Dolpa have replenished to 200, 1300 and 4500 quintals respectively.
The food prices are also likely to go up sharply in the hilly districts due to the delay in transportation.
Reports say, although there is adequate supply of food at the regional depots in Nepalgunj and Dhangadi, the godowns in the districts are gradually emptying as they have not been refilled for a long time.
Kantipur daily reported, the transportation of food grains to the remote districts of mid and far western districts has been stopped as the government did not sanction budget it.
Food stocks in Mugu, Humla and Dolpa have replenished to 200, 1300 and 4500 quintals respectively.
The food prices are also likely to go up sharply in the hilly districts due to the delay in transportation.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
'No alternative to Dahal as prime ministerial candidate'
Unified CPN (Maoist) secretary Posta Bahadur Bogati has said his party has not proposed an alternative candidate for prime minister if a new national unity government is formed.
Bogati refuted media reports that the party's standing committee meeting on Monday decided to remain open for an alternative to party chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal as prime ministerial candidate if a new government is formed under Maoist leadership.
Speaking at an interaction in Kathmandu on Tuesday, he said the new national unity government will be led none other than chairman Dahal. Others parties are trying to play against his party interests, he added.
It was reported that UCPN (Maoist) standing committee, with Dahal proposing, on Monday had agreed for alternative to party chairman as the candidate of prime minister
Bogati refuted media reports that the party's standing committee meeting on Monday decided to remain open for an alternative to party chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal as prime ministerial candidate if a new government is formed under Maoist leadership.
Speaking at an interaction in Kathmandu on Tuesday, he said the new national unity government will be led none other than chairman Dahal. Others parties are trying to play against his party interests, he added.
It was reported that UCPN (Maoist) standing committee, with Dahal proposing, on Monday had agreed for alternative to party chairman as the candidate of prime minister
Agni Air plane force-lands at Pokhara airport
An Agni plane flying to Kathmandu from Pokhara had to be 'force-landed' back at the Pokhara airport after hydraulic failure Tuesday afternoon.
The crew of the 9N AIG Dornier was able to safely land the plane at Pokhara airport seven minutes after take-off, reports said.
The plane had flown to Kathmandu at 12:23 pm with 17 passengers on board including three foreigners.
There was no casualty or any major damage to the aircraft in the incident. Flights to and from Pokhara were delayed for about half an hour with the aircraft remaining on the runway.
The crew of the 9N AIG Dornier was able to safely land the plane at Pokhara airport seven minutes after take-off, reports said.
The plane had flown to Kathmandu at 12:23 pm with 17 passengers on board including three foreigners.
There was no casualty or any major damage to the aircraft in the incident. Flights to and from Pokhara were delayed for about half an hour with the aircraft remaining on the runway.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Truck knocks down two to death in Udaypur
Two women have died and one injured after a truck knocked them down in Asari Baruwa Khola, Udaypur, Monday morning.
Anju Danuwar, 26, of Udaypur died on the spot and Dhanu Shova Rai, 52, of Dharan died while undergoing treatment after the accident.
Agitated locals have torched the truck numbered Na 3 Kha 6176 and obstructed traffic following the accident. The situation remains tense in Udayapur due to the accident. Police had to fire one shell of tear gas to take the mass in control.
Samjhana Rai, 30, who was injured in the accident is undergoing treatment at BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan.
Anju Danuwar, 26, of Udaypur died on the spot and Dhanu Shova Rai, 52, of Dharan died while undergoing treatment after the accident.
Agitated locals have torched the truck numbered Na 3 Kha 6176 and obstructed traffic following the accident. The situation remains tense in Udayapur due to the accident. Police had to fire one shell of tear gas to take the mass in control.
Samjhana Rai, 30, who was injured in the accident is undergoing treatment at BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (BPKIHS), Dharan.
Maoists averse to 'meaningless' talks with government amid PM's conditions for quitting
Citing lack of seriousness in the part of government to forge political consensus, the main opposition Unified CPN (Maoist) has told the government that it is not willing to hold talks with it.
The Maoists declined the request made by Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal to immediately come for talks in a letter to be dispatched to the government today.
The Maoist Standing Committee meeting on Monday morning had concluded that the government does not seem willing for political consensus and hence there is no meaning in holding talks with it to find a way out of protracted political deadlock.
In a formal letter registered at the Maoist central office Sunday evening, Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal had invited Unified CPN (Maoist) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal for dialogue to resolve the current deadlock.
The Maoists SC meeting had decided later that evening to sit for talks with the government and ruling parties only after Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal resigns
The Maoists declined the request made by Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal to immediately come for talks in a letter to be dispatched to the government today.
The Maoist Standing Committee meeting on Monday morning had concluded that the government does not seem willing for political consensus and hence there is no meaning in holding talks with it to find a way out of protracted political deadlock.
In a formal letter registered at the Maoist central office Sunday evening, Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal had invited Unified CPN (Maoist) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal for dialogue to resolve the current deadlock.
The Maoists SC meeting had decided later that evening to sit for talks with the government and ruling parties only after Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal resigns
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Over a dozen injured in Maitighar scuffle
At least a dozen Maoist cadres and three policemen have been injured in clashes between the agitating Maoists and the police deployed at Maitighar, Kathmandu on Sunday morning.
The police personnel intervened into the demonstration after Maoist cadres started beating a person alleging him to be a vigilante, mobilised by the government. The Maoists alleged the government of trying to turn their agitation violent.
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Bhola Rawal and three other policemen have been injured. The injured people have been taken to Bir Hospital for treatment.
The agitators confiscated and vandalised the camera of Avenues Television carried by Ramindra Shrestha. Shrestha was also beaten by the agitators. However, Maoist leaders leading the demonstration there refute they beat Shrestha. Similarly, the agitators attacked Prabin Maharjan, a photographer of Associated News Agency. Maharjan, hit by a iron rod was rescued by the police and has been sent to hospital for treatment. Additionally, the Maoist cadres threatened a female journalist Shruti Niraula.
The police personnel intervened into the demonstration after Maoist cadres started beating a person alleging him to be a vigilante, mobilised by the government. The Maoists alleged the government of trying to turn their agitation violent.
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Bhola Rawal and three other policemen have been injured. The injured people have been taken to Bir Hospital for treatment.
The agitators confiscated and vandalised the camera of Avenues Television carried by Ramindra Shrestha. Shrestha was also beaten by the agitators. However, Maoist leaders leading the demonstration there refute they beat Shrestha. Similarly, the agitators attacked Prabin Maharjan, a photographer of Associated News Agency. Maharjan, hit by a iron rod was rescued by the police and has been sent to hospital for treatment. Additionally, the Maoist cadres threatened a female journalist Shruti Niraula.
Grade 12 exams set to resume from May 16
The board level examination for grade 12, which was postponed indefinitely last week due to the indefinite nationwide general strike of the Unified CPN (Maoist), will resume from May 16.
A meeting of the Higher Secondary Education Board (HSEB) held in Sanothimi, Bhaktapur on Sunday set the new date for grade 12 exams.
Similarly, the examination for grade 11 will take start from May 30.
The examination for grade 11 had earlier been scheduled for May 13.
HSEB had been compelled to postpone grade 12 examinations, also called "plus two", keeping in view the safety of students
A meeting of the Higher Secondary Education Board (HSEB) held in Sanothimi, Bhaktapur on Sunday set the new date for grade 12 exams.
Similarly, the examination for grade 11 will take start from May 30.
The examination for grade 11 had earlier been scheduled for May 13.
HSEB had been compelled to postpone grade 12 examinations, also called "plus two", keeping in view the safety of students
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Situation returning to normal throughout the country
Normal life throughout the country that was badly hit by the prolonged general strike of the Unified CPN (Maoist) is returning to from Saturday after the withdrawal of the strike.
Vehicles are back on the street and markets have started to open. People who were stranded in various places due to lack of transportation have started heading out to their destinations.
Fresh vegetables and fruits have been transported to Kathmandu and other cities in large quantities. The price of vegetables has seen a sharp decline following the extra supply.
Although, government offices, most private offices and banking institutions and academic institutions and whole-sale market have remained closed today being Saturday, people are seen relieved in the hope of resuming their official works from Sunday. Most people were confined in their residences and forced to postpone their work, while many others were forced to walk to their destinations due to the bandh.
Vehicles are back on the street and markets have started to open. People who were stranded in various places due to lack of transportation have started heading out to their destinations.
Fresh vegetables and fruits have been transported to Kathmandu and other cities in large quantities. The price of vegetables has seen a sharp decline following the extra supply.
Although, government offices, most private offices and banking institutions and academic institutions and whole-sale market have remained closed today being Saturday, people are seen relieved in the hope of resuming their official works from Sunday. Most people were confined in their residences and forced to postpone their work, while many others were forced to walk to their destinations due to the bandh.
PM welcomes Maoist decision to withdraw strike; EU, US call for dialogue
Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal has welcomed the decision of the Maoist leadership to withdraw the nationwide general strike they had called for last six days.
In a statement on Saturday, PM Nepal said the decision would play a positive role for discussion, consensus and cooperation among the political forces. He said, the parties have no alternative to consensus and cooperation to ensure that peace process concludes and a new constitution is written.
He urged the Maoists to seek solution of all problems through consensus, constitutional principles and democratic values.He expressed hope to reach a national consensus after ensuring conclusion of peace process, environment to ensure constitution, transformation of the Unified CPN (Maoist) into a civilian party, integration and rehabilitation of the Maoist combatants, dismantling paramilitary structure of the YCL and returning the seized properties to their rightful owners
In a statement on Saturday, PM Nepal said the decision would play a positive role for discussion, consensus and cooperation among the political forces. He said, the parties have no alternative to consensus and cooperation to ensure that peace process concludes and a new constitution is written.
He urged the Maoists to seek solution of all problems through consensus, constitutional principles and democratic values.He expressed hope to reach a national consensus after ensuring conclusion of peace process, environment to ensure constitution, transformation of the Unified CPN (Maoist) into a civilian party, integration and rehabilitation of the Maoist combatants, dismantling paramilitary structure of the YCL and returning the seized properties to their rightful owners
Friday, May 7, 2010
Maoist cadres injured in Lekhnath firing
At least eight people were injured in Lekhnath of Kaski district Friday afternoon when unknown persons opened firing during a clash between the Maoist cadres and the participants of the peace rally.
According to reports, four people were injured in the firing while four others received injuries due to clashes. Peace rally organisers and Maoists pelted stones at each other.
The situation remains tense in the area due to the confrontation.
It is not yet known who opened the fire. The two sides blamed each other for the firing. The eight people injured in the incident have been identified as Maoist cadres.
Police had to use tear gas shells to disperse the agitators
According to reports, four people were injured in the firing while four others received injuries due to clashes. Peace rally organisers and Maoists pelted stones at each other.
The situation remains tense in the area due to the confrontation.
It is not yet known who opened the fire. The two sides blamed each other for the firing. The eight people injured in the incident have been identified as Maoist cadres.
Police had to use tear gas shells to disperse the agitators
Undifinite strick of moaist withdrawn
Nepal Maoist withdraw its strick and from tomorrow hope everything will be alright.
Peace assembly concludes in Basantapur with thousands praying for lasting peace in the country
A peace assembly to pressure the political parties to come to a consensus to end the current political impasse' has concluded in Basantapur, in the heart of Kathmandu, Friday morning.
Tens of thousands of people turned up to participate in the peace assembly organized by Professional Alliance for Peace and Democracy (PAPAD), an alliance of various professional bodies including Nepal Bar Association (NBA), Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI), Nepal Chamber of Commerce, Nepal Teachers' Association, National Private and Boarding Schools' Organization of Nepal, Nepal Medical Association, Human Rights Organization of Nepal (HURON) including civil society leaders, professors and media persons.People participating in the assembly voluntarily took out a peace rally immediately after the conclusion of the assembly.
Tens of thousands of people turned up to participate in the peace assembly organized by Professional Alliance for Peace and Democracy (PAPAD), an alliance of various professional bodies including Nepal Bar Association (NBA), Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI), Nepal Chamber of Commerce, Nepal Teachers' Association, National Private and Boarding Schools' Organization of Nepal, Nepal Medical Association, Human Rights Organization of Nepal (HURON) including civil society leaders, professors and media persons.People participating in the assembly voluntarily took out a peace rally immediately after the conclusion of the assembly.
Govt to deploy troops to ensure smooth supply of consumable items in Kathmandu
In the wake of growing shortage of vegetables, rice and milk in the capital owing to Maoist called indefinite strike, the government has decided to ensure smooth supply of daily consumable items in Kathmandu by deploying additional security personnel.
A meeting of the cabinet held Friday took this decision to ease the supply of daily consumable and other essential items hard hit by the obstruction in transportation due to the Maoist strike.
Informing about the latest decision of the cabinet, Minister for Information and Communication and government spokesperson Shanker Pokharel said that the government took the decision acting on complains that the shortage seen in the market will become severe if nothing is done in this regard.
And as the shops, grocery stores, restaurants remain closed during the day time for about a week now due to the Maoist called strike, Minister Pokharel said that the government has decided to give full security to those who wish to open their shops during the bandh time.
A meeting of the cabinet held Friday took this decision to ease the supply of daily consumable and other essential items hard hit by the obstruction in transportation due to the Maoist strike.
Informing about the latest decision of the cabinet, Minister for Information and Communication and government spokesperson Shanker Pokharel said that the government took the decision acting on complains that the shortage seen in the market will become severe if nothing is done in this regard.
And as the shops, grocery stores, restaurants remain closed during the day time for about a week now due to the Maoist called strike, Minister Pokharel said that the government has decided to give full security to those who wish to open their shops during the bandh time.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
General strike turns violent; clashes in various places
There have been clashes in various parts of Kathmandu including Basundhara, Budhanilkantha and Jorpati, Thursday, between agitating Unified CPN (Maoist) cadres and cadres of other political parties backed by locals in the course of the indefinite general strike called by the Maoists.
Basundhara Chok saw scuffles between the two groups after a group of some youths carrying Lathis and rods protested against the Maoist bandh. At least two persons have been injured in the clashes. A large number of policemen have been deployed in the area to take the situation in control. The situation continues to remain tense. Situation is tense in Budhanilkantha, too. There were clashes between locals and Maoist cadres this morning. At least three persons including a minor were injured in the incident. Police fired six rounds of tear gas shells to take the situation in control.
In Jorpati, clashes occurred between Maoist cadres and youths supporting Nepali Congress backed by locals. About 15 persons have been injured in the clashes.
Rallies have been taken out and demonstrations staged against the indefinite general strike of the Maoists in various other parts of the capital including Kirtipur, Pulchok, Kapan, Bouddha, and Dhobighat, among others. There have been minor scuffles in some of the places. There have been similar clashes in various parts of the country outside capital Kathmandu.
Maoist cadres have accused UML affiliated Youth Force (YF) of instigating the clashes. Sources say, YF has been aggravated by the clashes that occurred on Wednesday particularly the one in Lothar, Makwanpur, where one of their cadres was killed by the Maoist affiliated Young Communist League during a clash Wednesday evening.
Basundhara Chok saw scuffles between the two groups after a group of some youths carrying Lathis and rods protested against the Maoist bandh. At least two persons have been injured in the clashes. A large number of policemen have been deployed in the area to take the situation in control. The situation continues to remain tense. Situation is tense in Budhanilkantha, too. There were clashes between locals and Maoist cadres this morning. At least three persons including a minor were injured in the incident. Police fired six rounds of tear gas shells to take the situation in control.
In Jorpati, clashes occurred between Maoist cadres and youths supporting Nepali Congress backed by locals. About 15 persons have been injured in the clashes.
Rallies have been taken out and demonstrations staged against the indefinite general strike of the Maoists in various other parts of the capital including Kirtipur, Pulchok, Kapan, Bouddha, and Dhobighat, among others. There have been minor scuffles in some of the places. There have been similar clashes in various parts of the country outside capital Kathmandu.
Maoist cadres have accused UML affiliated Youth Force (YF) of instigating the clashes. Sources say, YF has been aggravated by the clashes that occurred on Wednesday particularly the one in Lothar, Makwanpur, where one of their cadres was killed by the Maoist affiliated Young Communist League during a clash Wednesday evening.
Curfew in Dhankuta, Parbat and Simikot following violent clashes
The local administrations of Parbat, Humla and Dhaunkuta districts have declared curfew orders in the respective district headquarters to avert further clashes between the agitating Maoists cadres and those defying the Maoist general strike.
The district administration office (DAO) of Dhankuta has clamped indefinite curfew in Dhankuta Bazaar starting 7:30 pm in view of more clashes between the cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) and the UML-aligned Youth Force who were on the streets to resist the Maoist bandh. There were clashes between the two sides in the afternoon.
Likewise, the Parbat DAO imposed curfew in Kusma Bazaar from 8 pm to 7:30 am tomorrow in view of fresh violence between the protesting Maoists and cadres of UML, Nepal Congress and the local residents. There were sporadic clashes between the two sides around Kusma Bazaar in the afternoon.
Similarly, Humla DAO imposed curfew in the district headquarters Simikot from 8 pm Thursday to 6 am Friday.There were sporadic clashes in Simikot between the agitating Maoists and the cadres of the two main ruling parties, Nepali Congress and UML, who staged rallies, opposing the general strike called by the Maoists
Situation has now come under control in Simikot now after the deployment of more security personnel and declaration of the curfew, reports said
The district administration office (DAO) of Dhankuta has clamped indefinite curfew in Dhankuta Bazaar starting 7:30 pm in view of more clashes between the cadres of the Young Communist League (YCL) and the UML-aligned Youth Force who were on the streets to resist the Maoist bandh. There were clashes between the two sides in the afternoon.
Likewise, the Parbat DAO imposed curfew in Kusma Bazaar from 8 pm to 7:30 am tomorrow in view of fresh violence between the protesting Maoists and cadres of UML, Nepal Congress and the local residents. There were sporadic clashes between the two sides around Kusma Bazaar in the afternoon.
Similarly, Humla DAO imposed curfew in the district headquarters Simikot from 8 pm Thursday to 6 am Friday.There were sporadic clashes in Simikot between the agitating Maoists and the cadres of the two main ruling parties, Nepali Congress and UML, who staged rallies, opposing the general strike called by the Maoists
Situation has now come under control in Simikot now after the deployment of more security personnel and declaration of the curfew, reports said
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
PM Nepal tells diplomats govt ready to take difficult decision to end crisis
Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal on Wednesday tried to allay concerns of foreign diplomats in Nepal about the complicated political situation of the country.
In a meeting with some 44 diplomats and heads of donor agencies in Nepal at his official residence in Baluwatar, PM Nepal said that he was ready to take difficult decisions to give a way out to the deepening political crisis.
He, however, said that the unconstitutional steps taken by the main opposition Unified CPN (Maoist) tunseat the government is hindering attempts to resolve the problem facing the country.
On the occasion, the diplomats expressed their serious concern over the worsening situation of the country.They complained that the growing instability in the country has put their people coming to visit Nepal in serious risk and warned that if the situations persist they will be compelled to issue travel advisories barring their citizens from traveling to Nepal.
Stating that there is no alternative than to forge consensus among the parties to end the political crisis, the diplomats stressed on more dialogue and understanding.
In a meeting with some 44 diplomats and heads of donor agencies in Nepal at his official residence in Baluwatar, PM Nepal said that he was ready to take difficult decisions to give a way out to the deepening political crisis.
He, however, said that the unconstitutional steps taken by the main opposition Unified CPN (Maoist) tunseat the government is hindering attempts to resolve the problem facing the country.
On the occasion, the diplomats expressed their serious concern over the worsening situation of the country.They complained that the growing instability in the country has put their people coming to visit Nepal in serious risk and warned that if the situations persist they will be compelled to issue travel advisories barring their citizens from traveling to Nepal.
Stating that there is no alternative than to forge consensus among the parties to end the political crisis, the diplomats stressed on more dialogue and understanding.
Top-level meet fails to end standoff
A meeting of the top leaders of Unified CPN (Maoist), Nepali Congress and CPN (UML) held Wednesday evening could not arrive at any conclusion.Leaders said after the two-hour long meeting held at Hotel Radisson that they had "serious discussion" on finding a way out of the current standoff, but could not find a solution. Maoist vice chairman Narayan Kaji Shrestha said the three parties expressed commitment to forge consensus through dialogue.
Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal and the party's vice-chairmen Mohan Baidya and Dr Baburam Bhattarai, Nepali Congress acting president Sushil Koirala, vice president Ram Chandra Poudel, senior leader Sher BahadurDeuba, UML chairman Jhala Nath Khanal, general secretary Ishwor Pokharel participated in the discussion facilitated by the members of 'campaign for peace and national consensus'.
The campaign is a joint initiative of by Federation of Nepalese Journalists (FNJ) and some media networks including Broadcasting Association of Nepal (BAN) and Television Broadcaster's Association Nepal (TBAN).
Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal and the party's vice-chairmen Mohan Baidya and Dr Baburam Bhattarai, Nepali Congress acting president Sushil Koirala, vice president Ram Chandra Poudel, senior leader Sher BahadurDeuba, UML chairman Jhala Nath Khanal, general secretary Ishwor Pokharel participated in the discussion facilitated by the members of 'campaign for peace and national consensus'.
The campaign is a joint initiative of by Federation of Nepalese Journalists (FNJ) and some media networks including Broadcasting Association of Nepal (BAN) and Television Broadcaster's Association Nepal (TBAN).
PM Nepal tells diplomats govt ready to take difficult decision to end crisis
Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal on Wednesday tried to allay concerns of foreign diplomats in Nepal about the complicated political situation of the country.
In a meeting with some 44 diplomats and heads of donor agencies in Nepal at his official residence in Baluwatar, PM Nepal said that he was ready to take difficult decisions to give a way out to the deepening political crisis.
He, however, said that the unconstitutional steps taken by the main opposition Unified CPN (Maoist) to unseat the government is hindering attempts to resolve the problem facing the country.
On the occasion, the diplomats expressed their serious concern over the worsening situation of the country.
They complained that the growing instability in the country has put their people coming to visit Nepal in serious risk and warned that if the situations persist they will be compelled to issue travel advisories barring their citizens from traveling to Nepal.
In a meeting with some 44 diplomats and heads of donor agencies in Nepal at his official residence in Baluwatar, PM Nepal said that he was ready to take difficult decisions to give a way out to the deepening political crisis.
He, however, said that the unconstitutional steps taken by the main opposition Unified CPN (Maoist) to unseat the government is hindering attempts to resolve the problem facing the country.
On the occasion, the diplomats expressed their serious concern over the worsening situation of the country.
They complained that the growing instability in the country has put their people coming to visit Nepal in serious risk and warned that if the situations persist they will be compelled to issue travel advisories barring their citizens from traveling to Nepal.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Hoteliers urge to ensure free movement to tourists during bandh
Hotel entrepreneurs in Pokhara have expressed grave concern over the woes faced by tourists in the course of the indefinite bandh called by the Unified CPN (Maoist) and urged concerned agencies to create an environment for tourists to move around freely and reach their destinations.
Issuing a press statement Tuesday, Western Regional Hotel Association, Pokhara said, tourists who have come to Pokhara are not only stranded, but also unable move around and eat.
Association chairman Govind Raj Pahadi and general secretary Bishnu Hari Adhikari has urged concerned agencies to create an environment to allow the tourists to move freely and return home and let the restaurants that cater them open.
Saying the bandhs would have an adverse impact on the Nepal Tourism Year 2011, they have also urged to make the tourism sector bandh free.Meanwhile, about 400 Indian tourists stranded in Pokhara were evacuated Tuesday by the help of police escorting.
They were taken to the Indian border town Sunauli in 10 buses and a Tata Safari escorted by police.
Issuing a press statement Tuesday, Western Regional Hotel Association, Pokhara said, tourists who have come to Pokhara are not only stranded, but also unable move around and eat.
Association chairman Govind Raj Pahadi and general secretary Bishnu Hari Adhikari has urged concerned agencies to create an environment to allow the tourists to move freely and return home and let the restaurants that cater them open.
Saying the bandhs would have an adverse impact on the Nepal Tourism Year 2011, they have also urged to make the tourism sector bandh free.Meanwhile, about 400 Indian tourists stranded in Pokhara were evacuated Tuesday by the help of police escorting.
They were taken to the Indian border town Sunauli in 10 buses and a Tata Safari escorted by police.
Maoists form human-chain around the capital
Cadres of Unified CPN (Maoist) gheraoed Kathmandu by forming a human-chain on the ring-road, Tuesday.Maoist cadres, mostly clad in red, brought from various districts and those in the capital lined up holding each other's hand on both sides of the street along the 27-kilometre ring road.
Central leaders including chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, senior vice-chairman Mohan Vaidya, vice-chairmen Dr Baburam Bhattarai and Narayan Kazi Shrestha circled the ring road on a lorry waving at their hands.
Maoist cadres each carrying a red pamphlet with the Maoist emblem clapped, whistled and hooted as the leaders waved at them.
Thousands of Kathmandu locals, otherwise irritated with the Maoist bandh, stood beside the ring road and watched the human-chain made by the Maoists.
Maoist cadres formed the human chain for almost two hours from 4 pm to 6 pm. The programme was organised as part of its ongoing agitation against the present government.
Central leaders including chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, senior vice-chairman Mohan Vaidya, vice-chairmen Dr Baburam Bhattarai and Narayan Kazi Shrestha circled the ring road on a lorry waving at their hands.
Maoist cadres each carrying a red pamphlet with the Maoist emblem clapped, whistled and hooted as the leaders waved at them.
Thousands of Kathmandu locals, otherwise irritated with the Maoist bandh, stood beside the ring road and watched the human-chain made by the Maoists.
Maoist cadres formed the human chain for almost two hours from 4 pm to 6 pm. The programme was organised as part of its ongoing agitation against the present government.
Maoists will be compelled to call off stir: Gachhadar
KATHMANDU: Deputy Prime Minister Bijay Kumar Gachhadar on Tuesday said that the main opposition party Unified CPN-Maoist will come to an agreement within two days by calling off its stir.
Speaking at a face to face in the capital, Gachhadar said that people will retaliate if the Maoists did not come to agreement. He claimed that the Maoists have no alternative to come into agreement by calling off their ongoing stir. Saying that the indefinite strike of the Maoists has affected normal life, the Deputy PM said that people will retaliate if the Maoists continue their agitation for two more days.
Stating that it is impossible to promulgate the statute in the given time frame, he said, "If the statute would not be drafted on time, there will be instability and confrontation in the nation and it will be a great loss to the Maoists." Saying that it is undemocratic to demand the resignation of Prime Minister from the street, he said that there are established systems to form and topple the government.
He said that the government is committed to safeguard people's life and public properties during the Maoists' stir. Responding a query, Gachhadar said, if the big three parties reach an agreement, they should find an alternative to UCPN-M chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' to lead the new government.
Speaking at a face to face in the capital, Gachhadar said that people will retaliate if the Maoists did not come to agreement. He claimed that the Maoists have no alternative to come into agreement by calling off their ongoing stir. Saying that the indefinite strike of the Maoists has affected normal life, the Deputy PM said that people will retaliate if the Maoists continue their agitation for two more days.
Stating that it is impossible to promulgate the statute in the given time frame, he said, "If the statute would not be drafted on time, there will be instability and confrontation in the nation and it will be a great loss to the Maoists." Saying that it is undemocratic to demand the resignation of Prime Minister from the street, he said that there are established systems to form and topple the government.
He said that the government is committed to safeguard people's life and public properties during the Maoists' stir. Responding a query, Gachhadar said, if the big three parties reach an agreement, they should find an alternative to UCPN-M chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' to lead the new government.
Govt to help Maoist protesters stranded in Kathmandu to return home
The government is planning to provide transportation facilities to people who are stranded in Kathmandu due to the ongoing general strike called by the Unified CPN (Maoist).
According to reports, the Home Ministry is working on a plan to transport people who need to immediately return to their villages in the outskirts of Kathmandu due to some emergency.
The government preparation comes amid reports that many people, including those who were brought into Kathmandu by Maoists to participate in their protests, are heading towards their villages on foot as the transportation system has come to a grinding halt due to the Maoist strike.
Thousands of Maoist supporters have returned to their farms outside the city to plant their seasonal maize crop.But many who are here also wish to return as they complain of having to participate in Maoist demonstration and rallies without enough food to eat or proper place to stay.
Moreoever, some 300 Maoist cadre and supporters are also suffering from various kinds of illnesses such as diarrhea and typhoid after having unhygienic food and water.
According to reports, the Home Ministry is working on a plan to transport people who need to immediately return to their villages in the outskirts of Kathmandu due to some emergency.
The government preparation comes amid reports that many people, including those who were brought into Kathmandu by Maoists to participate in their protests, are heading towards their villages on foot as the transportation system has come to a grinding halt due to the Maoist strike.
Thousands of Maoist supporters have returned to their farms outside the city to plant their seasonal maize crop.But many who are here also wish to return as they complain of having to participate in Maoist demonstration and rallies without enough food to eat or proper place to stay.
Moreoever, some 300 Maoist cadre and supporters are also suffering from various kinds of illnesses such as diarrhea and typhoid after having unhygienic food and water.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Gongabu area tense as protesters clash with police
Gongabu area remained tense for some time Monday evening with the agitating Maoist cadres clashing with the police.
Police fired at least three rounds of bullets in the air and used teargas shells to disperse the crowd while trying to rescue a motorcyclist and a pillion rider who were manhandled by the protesters for defying the general strike.
Police also baton-charged on the protesters and the latter responded by pelting bricks stones at them. Meanwhile, agitating Maoist cadres staged torch rallies in different parts of Kathmandu Monday evening.
Thousands of torch-bearing Maoist cadres marched the main streets like Koteshwor, Chabahil, Kalanki and Gongabu areas followed by corner meetings. Senior Maoist leaders addressed the corner meetings organised after the protest rallies.
Police fired at least three rounds of bullets in the air and used teargas shells to disperse the crowd while trying to rescue a motorcyclist and a pillion rider who were manhandled by the protesters for defying the general strike.
Police also baton-charged on the protesters and the latter responded by pelting bricks stones at them. Meanwhile, agitating Maoist cadres staged torch rallies in different parts of Kathmandu Monday evening.
Thousands of torch-bearing Maoist cadres marched the main streets like Koteshwor, Chabahil, Kalanki and Gongabu areas followed by corner meetings. Senior Maoist leaders addressed the corner meetings organised after the protest rallies.
Maoist strike closes down businesses, govt offices
With shops, businesses, factories, educational institutions in the capital and major towns across the country closed due to Unified CPN (Maoist) called general strike, the protestors are not even allowing government and private offices to run discreetly in various parts of the country on Monday.
Although the Maoist strike in the capital has been largely peaceful with few reports of vandalism, groups of baton-wielding Maoist affiliated Young Communist League (YCL) men are forcibly closing the private offices including Mercantile Communications Pvt Ltd, the parent company of Nepalnews.com, in Kathmandu.
They threatened of strong consequences if the employees are found working inside the office.
Reports from Chitwan said that Maoist cadres are forcing the government offices to shut as well while in Rupandehi the Maoist cadres have warned of physical attacks if the government offices are kept open.
The Maoist-called general strike continued to take its toll in various parts of the country on Monday. Life in mid-west region has been severely hit as well. The industries, business enterprises and academic institution in major towns including the highways have been closed.
Although the Maoist strike in the capital has been largely peaceful with few reports of vandalism, groups of baton-wielding Maoist affiliated Young Communist League (YCL) men are forcibly closing the private offices including Mercantile Communications Pvt Ltd, the parent company of Nepalnews.com, in Kathmandu.
They threatened of strong consequences if the employees are found working inside the office.
Reports from Chitwan said that Maoist cadres are forcing the government offices to shut as well while in Rupandehi the Maoist cadres have warned of physical attacks if the government offices are kept open.
The Maoist-called general strike continued to take its toll in various parts of the country on Monday. Life in mid-west region has been severely hit as well. The industries, business enterprises and academic institution in major towns including the highways have been closed.
UML discipline committee seeks explanation from Gautam
The disciplinary committee of the CPN (UML) has sought explanation from its vice chairman Bam Dev Gautam for acting against the party decision.
The committee meeting held at the party headquarters on Monday concluded that Gautam acted against party interests, despite having enough opportunities to table the views in party meetings.
The committee, headed by Amrit Kumar Bohara, asked Gautam to furnish explanation at the earliest possible on why he publicly campaigned against Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal.
The committee warned Gautam for his actions but failed to take any disciplinary action against him as demanded by few party leaders
The committee meeting held at the party headquarters on Monday concluded that Gautam acted against party interests, despite having enough opportunities to table the views in party meetings.
The committee, headed by Amrit Kumar Bohara, asked Gautam to furnish explanation at the earliest possible on why he publicly campaigned against Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal.
The committee warned Gautam for his actions but failed to take any disciplinary action against him as demanded by few party leaders
Sunday, May 2, 2010
1st day of Maoist general strike generally peaceful
The first day of indefinite general strike called by the Unified CPN (Maoist) as part of its fourth phase agitation against the government remained largely peaceful with only few incidents of clashes and vandalism in various parts, Sunday.
Large number of Maoist cadres brought from various districts to Kathmandu staged demonstrations on the streets of Kathmandu by singing, dancing and occasionally chanting slogans against the government.
In the afternoon, UCPN (Maoist) organised corner meets in various places of the capital and other cities of the country. Maoist central level leaders addressed the corner meets and called for immediate resignation of the present government saying the government is the main obstacle to consensus.
In the evening the Maoist cadres organised torch rallies from various parts of the city. According to Maoist sources, organising a torch rally was not in the programme list, but was added this afternoon to make the agitation more effective.
The demonstrators as well as well as the security personnel exhibited restraint and abstained from provocation and violence compared to the demonstrations in the past.
The capital’s day to day life was largely affected with vehicles off the road, and marketplaces, factories, offices and education institutions closed.
Vehicles of essential use such as press, ambulances, garbage collectors, and vehicles of diplomatic agencies were allowed to run.
Some people were seen walking to their destinations, while many other cancelled their work and stayed back at home due to the strike.
The Maoists have allowed the market to open from 6pm to 8pm throughout the country to let the people buy essential supplies.
Some incidents of clashes and vandalism occurred in a few places outside Kathmandu valley includingChitwan, Biratnagar, Dang and Dailekh.
Clashes occurred in some parts of Chitwan Sunday. The clashes ensued by the dispute in conducting the HSEB exams took a violent and turn leaving a demonstrators, security personnel and a journalist injured.
Maoists have claimed as student also received a bullet in the course of the clashes.
Few other incidents of minor clashes were reported from Pokhara and Birgunj.
However, the 1st day of the Maoist general strike remained generally peaceful with no grave incident of violence.
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), which monitored the strike throughout the country Sunday, said the strike remained largely peaceful.
NHRC had deployed 13 teams of Human Rights monitors across the country.
Large number of Maoist cadres brought from various districts to Kathmandu staged demonstrations on the streets of Kathmandu by singing, dancing and occasionally chanting slogans against the government.
In the afternoon, UCPN (Maoist) organised corner meets in various places of the capital and other cities of the country. Maoist central level leaders addressed the corner meets and called for immediate resignation of the present government saying the government is the main obstacle to consensus.
In the evening the Maoist cadres organised torch rallies from various parts of the city. According to Maoist sources, organising a torch rally was not in the programme list, but was added this afternoon to make the agitation more effective.
The demonstrators as well as well as the security personnel exhibited restraint and abstained from provocation and violence compared to the demonstrations in the past.
The capital’s day to day life was largely affected with vehicles off the road, and marketplaces, factories, offices and education institutions closed.
Vehicles of essential use such as press, ambulances, garbage collectors, and vehicles of diplomatic agencies were allowed to run.
Some people were seen walking to their destinations, while many other cancelled their work and stayed back at home due to the strike.
The Maoists have allowed the market to open from 6pm to 8pm throughout the country to let the people buy essential supplies.
Some incidents of clashes and vandalism occurred in a few places outside Kathmandu valley includingChitwan, Biratnagar, Dang and Dailekh.
Clashes occurred in some parts of Chitwan Sunday. The clashes ensued by the dispute in conducting the HSEB exams took a violent and turn leaving a demonstrators, security personnel and a journalist injured.
Maoists have claimed as student also received a bullet in the course of the clashes.
Few other incidents of minor clashes were reported from Pokhara and Birgunj.
However, the 1st day of the Maoist general strike remained generally peaceful with no grave incident of violence.
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), which monitored the strike throughout the country Sunday, said the strike remained largely peaceful.
NHRC had deployed 13 teams of Human Rights monitors across the country.
NA censures arrest of soldiers from streets
Nepal Army (NA) has condemned the acts taking in control and abusing its soldiers from the streets in the name of spying and warned not to repeat such acts in future.
Issuing a press release Sunday evening, Nepal Army Director of Public Relations said, NA is gravely concerned about some recent incidents of taking in control NA soldiers on their way for various personal works, making them public through media and abusing them and handing over to the police in the name of spying.Such acts not only undermine the prestige of individual soldiers, but the entire institution of Nepal Army. It has urged the concerned people not to repeat such acts and not to understand Nepal Army’s restraint as a weakness.
Issuing a press release Sunday evening, Nepal Army Director of Public Relations said, NA is gravely concerned about some recent incidents of taking in control NA soldiers on their way for various personal works, making them public through media and abusing them and handing over to the police in the name of spying.Such acts not only undermine the prestige of individual soldiers, but the entire institution of Nepal Army. It has urged the concerned people not to repeat such acts and not to understand Nepal Army’s restraint as a weakness.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Leaders claim, they are close to consensus
As tens of thousands of Unified CPN (Maoist) cadres are preparing for mega demonstrations on the streets of Kathmandu Saturday on the occasion of International Labour Day and an indefinite general strike from tomorrow, top leaders of the two major ruling parties have said they are close to a consensus and expressed hope for a breakthrough today.
Top leaders of two ruling parties Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN (UML) were at a meeting with Unified CPN (Maoist) leadership till late, Friday night.
After the meeting that ended almost at 11 pm, Friday, CPN (UML) chairman Jhala Nath Khanal said, we discussed on all pertaining issues and agreed to seek a solution in a package that addresses all issues.
We will meet again and strive for a consensus by tomorrow.
NC vice president Ram Chandra Poudel said, we are close to consensus; we will meet from early tomorrow and find a solution.
Top leaders of two ruling parties Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN (UML) were at a meeting with Unified CPN (Maoist) leadership till late, Friday night.
After the meeting that ended almost at 11 pm, Friday, CPN (UML) chairman Jhala Nath Khanal said, we discussed on all pertaining issues and agreed to seek a solution in a package that addresses all issues.
We will meet again and strive for a consensus by tomorrow.
NC vice president Ram Chandra Poudel said, we are close to consensus; we will meet from early tomorrow and find a solution.
Dahal calls on fellow leaders for consensus
KATHMANDU: Unified CPN- Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' on Saturday urged political parties to move ahead in consensus to end the political deadlock in the country. Addressing a mass meet organised by the party on the occasion of International May Day at Khulla Manch, Maoist supremo Prachanda said, "I urge the parties to go ahead forging consensus and not to act against people's mandate."
He said his party is hopeful that the next rounds of meeting of the three parties scheduled to sit in the evening will be conclusive to end the deadlock to pave way to withdraw the general strike beginning from Sunday.
"If the meeting of the big three parties could not make any headway, we will be forced to enforce the indefinite stir from tomorrow.
"If the government mobilise army against the peaceful stir, it will be a great mistake in the nation's history." He, however, said that the strike and talks with the parties and government will go side by side.
He said his party is hopeful that the next rounds of meeting of the three parties scheduled to sit in the evening will be conclusive to end the deadlock to pave way to withdraw the general strike beginning from Sunday.
"If the meeting of the big three parties could not make any headway, we will be forced to enforce the indefinite stir from tomorrow.
"If the government mobilise army against the peaceful stir, it will be a great mistake in the nation's history." He, however, said that the strike and talks with the parties and government will go side by side.
Normal life affected due to Maoist demonstrations; Maoists to rally from 18 places in capital
Normal life has been affected throughout the country Saturday in view of the mega rallies and demonstrations organised by Unified CPN (Maoist) in capital Kathmandu and major cities.
Fewer vehicles are plying on the streets of Kathmandu and most of the market places have remained closed.
Wary of untoward incidents in the course of Maoist demonstrations, most people have chosen to stay at back at home. The streets look quieter, except for the Maoist cadres and others preparing for the rally.
The Maoists are preparing to rally from 18 different locations in Kathmandu including Kalanki, Maharajgunj, Chabahil, Koteshwar, Gongabu, Balaju and Balkhu from 11 am, this morning
Fewer vehicles are plying on the streets of Kathmandu and most of the market places have remained closed.
Wary of untoward incidents in the course of Maoist demonstrations, most people have chosen to stay at back at home. The streets look quieter, except for the Maoist cadres and others preparing for the rally.
The Maoists are preparing to rally from 18 different locations in Kathmandu including Kalanki, Maharajgunj, Chabahil, Koteshwar, Gongabu, Balaju and Balkhu from 11 am, this morning
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