Ram Bahadur Thapa 'Badal' Faces Controversy Over Parliamentary Remarks
Summary
CPN-UML Vice Chairman Ram Bahadur Thapa 'Badal' has triggered controversy with repeated remarks in the House of Representatives targeting the Nepali Army, the government, and the United States. Party leaders say the comments are personal and could damage UML’s image, while internal criticism is growing over his statements on sovereignty and security.
Key Points
- Ram Bahadur Thapa 'Badal' has drawn controversy inside CPN-UML for repeated aggressive remarks in parliament on sovereignty, the RSP, the Nepali Army, and America.
- UML leaders say his comments are personal views, not the party’s official position, and worry they could harm the party’s image.
- Badal also revived criticism of the Nepali Army by questioning its role during past political crises and border tensions.
- The article recalls his earlier conflict with the army as defense minister, including the Cutwal incident that helped topple the Prachanda-led government.
