Prasain demands referendum on republican system
Summary
Durga Prasain demands a referendum on the republican system and calls for the restoration of monarchy and a Hindu state, presenting these demands to Prime Minister Sushila Karki and Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal.
Key Points
- Durga Prasain demands a referendum on the republican system established in Nepal since 2008.
- Prasain insists the election cannot take place unless demands such as monarchy restoration and a Hindu state are met.
- He submitted a 27-point demand including abolishing the current constitution and implementing a new system with a directly elected executive head.
- Prime Minister Sushila Karki said she will make a decision regarding the demands by December 17 and acknowledged addressing related issues is her responsibility.
