Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal Urges Local Governments to Focus on Long-Term Planning

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal urged local governments to prioritize long-term planning over short-term politics, emphasizing the opportunity to create lasting legacies. Addressing a program in Tokha Municipality, he suggested focusing on planned city development, promoting tourism through historical sites and markets, and developing homestays. Khanal also proposed alternative routes for the Tokha-Chhahare tunnel and implementing a digital system for municipal services. Other speakers highlighted public expectations, the importance of constitutional rights, and incorporating public opinion into policy-making.