Yogesh Bhattarai Questions PM Balen Shah's Avoidance of Parliamentary Duties

Summary

CPN-UML Deputy General Secretary Yogesh Bhattarai criticized Prime Minister Balendra Shah for reportedly avoiding his parliamentary duties and accountability to the parliament and the people.

Key Points
  • Yogesh Bhattarai emphasized the importance of the Prime Minister's accountability to parliament in a parliamentary democracy.
  • Bhattarai criticized Prime Minister Balendra Shah for allegedly evading his constitutional duties related to parliamentary participation.
  • He highlighted that policy and program announcements read by the President reflect the Prime Minister's concept, making the PM accountable for explanations.
  • Bhattarai questioned why the young Prime Minister avoids delivering special addresses and engaging in parliamentary procedures customary in democracy.
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