Koshi Province Assembly Discusses Women in Ministry, Legalizing Marijuana, and Irrigation
Summary
Koshi Province Assembly members debated the appointment of three women ministers, with women lawmakers hailing it as a historic step while UML MP Ram Bahadur Magar drew criticism for a sarcastic remark. Lawmakers also called for legalizing cannabis cultivation, extending free electricity for irrigation, and stronger action after the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Bara.
Key Points
- Three women were appointed to the Koshi provincial cabinet, prompting praise from women MPs as a historic achievement.
- UML MP Ram Bahadur Magar made a sarcastic remark about the women ministers during the assembly session.
- MPs urged the province to legalize cannabis cultivation and provide free electricity for irrigation to support farmers.
- Lawmakers condemned the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl, Garima Chaudhary, in Simara, Bara.
