Business in both Houses stalled

Summary

The Federal Parliament's sessions in Nepal were adjourned due to opposition protests over Prime Minister Balendra Shah's remarks on Nepal-India border issues, halting legislative business including the national budget discussion.

Key Points
  • Both Houses of Nepal's Federal Parliament were adjourned due to opposition protests over PM Balendra Shah's border remarks.
  • PM Shah claimed Nepal and India had both encroached upon India's land, sparking controversy.
  • Opposition parties demanded the PM retract his statement or provide evidence, disrupting parliamentary proceedings.
  • Legislative business, including budget discussion, was halted and rescheduled due to the disruption.
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