Uprendra Yadav Criticizes Concentration of Power, Announces 'Progressive Front'

Summary

Upendra Yadav has criticized the concentration of state power, saying it has fueled authoritarianism and weakened democratic institutions. He and other leaders have launched the 'Progressive Front' in Kathmandu to defend federalism, inclusivity, and social justice.

Key Points
  • Upendra Yadav said concentration of power has led to authoritarianism, dictatorship, and the weakening of constitutional bodies and ministries.
  • The Progressive Front was announced in Kathmandu to protect federalism, inclusivity, democracy, republicanism, and secularism.
  • Prabhu Sah, CK Raut, Santosh Pariyar, Mahanta Thakur, Reshamlal Chaudhary, and Janardan Sharma backed the new front and criticized the current government.
  • The leaders said the front will work for good governance, corruption control, social justice, and constitutional reform.
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