Ministers Issue Threats Amidst Public Criticism
Summary
Minister Sunil Lamshal threatened to 'break the legs' of contractors delaying road work, sparking public criticism, while Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle issued threats against opposition MPs over budget questions. These incidents have drawn protests and calls for restraint from political leaders including Nepali Congress Vice-President Bishwa Prakash Sharma.
Key Points
- Minister Sunil Lamshal threatened to 'break the legs' of contractors delaying the Nagdhunga-Mugling road project.
- Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle threatened to reveal scandals of opposition MPs questioning tax rate changes.
- CPN-UML Deputy Leader Padma Aryal accused the government of using threats to suppress criticism and challenged them to open opposition files.
- Nepali Congress Vice-President Bishwa Prakash Sharma urged Prime Minister Balendra Shah to rein in his ministers' speech to prevent societal decline.
