HoR: Lawmakers advise government to intervene in artificial shortage in market
Summary
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives urged the government to speed up reconstruction of monsoon-damaged infrastructure, relocate vulnerable settlements, and strengthen basic services in affected areas. They also called for stronger action against artificial shortages and price gouging in the market.
Key Points
- Lawmakers pressed the government to reconstruct infrastructure damaged by monsoon-related disasters and move vulnerable settlements to safer places.
- They sought better access to roads, electricity, communications, health, education and drinking water in rural areas.
- Members asked for stronger intervention to stop price gouging and artificial shortages in the market.
- Several lawmakers also raised concerns about the Biratnagar Jute Mill, Bal Bahubhashiya School, and marketisation of arable land.
