Sudurpaschim Government Faces Budget Crisis as Coalition Partners Clash
Summary
Sudurpaschim Province faces a budget crisis as coalition partners Nepali Congress and CPN-UML clash over the 2083/84 fiscal year budget, delaying its passing with key discussions ongoing.
Key Points
- Sudurpaschim Province's 2083/84 budget is delayed due to disputes between ruling coalition partners Nepali Congress and CPN-UML.
- Chief Minister Kamal Bahadur Shah failed to reach an agreement after talks in Kathmandu and returned to Dhangadhi without resolution.
- CPN-UML demands a rewritten budget and inclusion of CPN (Maoist Centre) in power-sharing, demands rejected by Congress.
- Budget passing deadline is Asar 32, and without CPN-UML's support, Congress cannot secure a majority in the Provincial Assembly.
