Government Withdraws Social Media Bill from National Assembly

Summary

The Social Media Bill, 2081, has been proposed for withdrawal in Nepal's National Assembly, following a Cabinet decision and pending parliamentary procedures.

Key Points
  • A proposal to withdraw the Social Media Bill, 2081, has been presented in the National Assembly.
  • Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Anil Kumar Sinha presented the motion on behalf of Prime Minister Sushila Karki.
  • National Assembly Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal directed the Legislation Management Committee to submit a report on the bill.
  • The Cabinet had approved the decision to withdraw the bill, which will be completed after parliamentary procedures.
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