NA meeting: Lawmakers stress on taking membership of BRICS
Summary
Lawmakers in Nepal’s National Assembly urged the government to seek BRICS membership, expand affordable maternity services, and address rising concerns over price hikes, floods, and violence against women. They also called for clarification on the rape and murder of Garima Chaudhary and for stronger public services in Madhes Province.
Key Points
- National Assembly members said Nepal should become a member of BRICS so it can participate in future summits.
- Lawmakers demanded affordable maternity services and better health posts in Madhes Province after reports of women giving birth on the street.
- Members also raised concerns over flood victims in Rasuwa, price hikes, gas shortages, and rising violence against women and children.
- Renu Chand sought a Home Ministry clarification on the alleged rape and murder of Garima Chaudhary.
