Opposition parties demand PM Shah apologise over border remarks, threaten continued House obstruction
Summary
Opposition parties in Nepal are demanding Prime Minister Balendra Shah apologise in Parliament for his remarks about Nepal's land encroachments into India, threatening to continue obstructing House proceedings until clarification is provided.
Key Points
- Opposition parties demand Prime Minister Balendra Shah apologise in Parliament for his border remarks.
- The controversy arose from Shah's statement acknowledging Nepal's encroachment on Indian territory.
- Opposition parties including Nepali Congress, CPN-UML, NCP and RPP attended a meeting to discuss responses.
- They warn they will continue parliamentary obstruction until the prime minister clarifies and apologises.