Opposition slams PM for leaving House during President’s address
Summary
Prime Minister Balendra Shah faced sharp criticism from opposition parties for leaving the House during President Ram Chandra Paudel's address presenting the government's policies, undermining parliamentary dignity.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah walked out of the joint parliament sitting while President Ram Chandra Paudel was presenting government policies, sparking controversy.
- Opposition parties including Nepali Congress and CPN-UML criticized Shah for undermining parliamentary dignity and demanded clarification.
- Shah's attire and conduct during the session drew additional criticism from lawmakers for not adhering to parliamentary protocols.
- The prime minister cited health reasons for his departure, but the statement was deleted, prompting calls for a health update.
