High Court Orders Clarification on Appointment of Bagmati Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar

Summary

The High Court, Patan bench in Hetauda has ordered a show-cause response over the appointment of Bagmati Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar. Petitioners argue the appointment violated the constitution, while Thapa Magar is set to face a vote of confidence in the province assembly today.

Key Points
  • The High Court, Patan bench in Hetauda issued a show-cause order over the appointment of Bagmati Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar.
  • Petitioners said the appointment was unconstitutional and challenged the support used to form the provincial government.
  • The court has asked the respondents to submit a written reply within 15 days and set a hearing for Bhadra 10.
  • Thapa Magar is scheduled to take a vote of confidence in the Bagmati Province Assembly today.
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