Prime Minister Shah Holds Consultations with Provincial Chief Ministers on Federalism and Governance
Summary
Prime Minister Balendra Shah convened a meeting with all seven provincial Chief Ministers to discuss federalism implementation, provincial authority, infrastructure development, and administrative reforms.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah held consultations with all seven provincial Chief Ministers on federalism and governance issues.
- Discussions highlighted challenges in full authority and administrative complexities faced by provinces after eight years of federalism.
- Bagmati Province Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniya proposed constitutional amendments to reduce provincial cabinet size and suggested direct election for Chief Ministers.
- Baniya emphasized the need for collaboration between provincial and federal governments on infrastructure and tourism projects.
- Prime Minister Shah committed to rectifying federal government circulars affecting provincial autonomy and enforcing mandatory seat and bed reservation in private hospitals and schools.
