Nepal observes Republic Day; PM Balen to skip address
▸ Part of: Nepal Celebrates 19th Republic Day; President Paudel Calls for Unity and Prosperity
Nepal is celebrating Republic Day with various programs, marking the end of autocratic monarchy and the proclamation of a Federal Democratic Republic on May 28, 2008. Prime Minister Balen Shah will attend the ceremony at Tundikhel but will not deliver a speech, as requested by his secretariat for the President to address the gathering. The day commemorates the historical transition following a people's movement and the establishment of constitutional governance.
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