Far-Western Province Assembly Spends Rs 140.2 Million, Passes Only Two Bills
Summary
The Far-Western Province Assembly spent Rs 140.2 million last fiscal year but passed only two amendment bills and failed to enact any new laws. Frequent meeting irregularities and delays in committee discussions have slowed lawmaking and stalled key public-interest bills, including the budget.
Key Points
- The Far-Western Province Assembly spent Rs 140.2 million in the last fiscal year on operations, member facilities, salaries, vehicles, and fuel.
- It passed only two bills, both amendment bills, and enacted just three new-concept laws in nearly four years of the second term.
- Only 30 assembly meetings were held last fiscal year, and the current fiscal year's budget could not be passed on time.
- Several important bills, including the Dalit Empowerment Act, Pesticide Management, Mass Communication Bill, and Public Health Service Act, remain pending.
