Far-Western Province Government Yet to Present Budget
Summary
The Far-Western Province government has still not presented the budget for the current financial year, a delay that could affect regular expenses and development works. Officials say the budget is being rewritten after studies of ministry plans and old allocations, with the government aiming to present it within Asoj.
Key Points
- The Far-Western Province government has not yet presented the budget for fiscal year 2083/084, even after a month under the new administration.
- Chief Minister Khagaraj Bhatta had said the budget would be presented by the end of Bhadra, but the rewriting process is still underway.
- Government spokesperson Prakash Rawal said the delay was caused by reviews of previous budgets, ministry plans, and coalition common programs.
- The delay may affect regular spending and development projects, while some CPN (UML) MPs have reportedly expressed dissatisfaction over the process.
