Opposition Criticizes Government, Claims 'Balendratantra' Dominates

Summary

CPN-UML leader Ram Bahadur Thapa 'Badal' has accused the government of sliding toward authoritarianism under what he called 'Balendratantra.' He said recent remarks and political developments have raised serious concerns about democracy, sovereignty, and national security.

Key Points
  • CPN-UML parliamentary leader Ram Bahadur Thapa 'Badal' attacked the government's style of work in the House of Representatives and said 'Balendratantra' has taken hold in Nepal.
  • He accused Prime Minister Balen Shah's government of authoritarian behavior and criticized a recent parliamentary statement about Nepal and India’s land border.
  • Badal linked the RSP's internal tensions and Rabi Lamichhane's India visit to broader geopolitical concerns and warned about threats to national integrity.
  • He urged vigilance, saying the country's democracy, nationality, and livelihoods are in crisis.
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