Empowering citizens is not weakening govt: Minister Khanal
Summary
Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal emphasized that empowering citizens strengthens democracy and prioritizes protecting indigenous cultures, while calling for special policies to protect ethnic identities in Nepal.
Key Points
- Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal stated that empowering citizens does not weaken the government but is foundational to an inclusive democracy.
- Minister Khanal highlighted the importance of protecting and promoting the culture, language, and costumes of indigenous nationalities.
- He advocated for special policies and laws to protect the identity of aboriginal and ethnic communities.
- Commission Chairman Ram Bahadur Thapamagar noted the lack of implementation of Article 56 (5) of the Constitution concerning cultural preservation and autonomous areas.
