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PM Balen Shah's absence from policy and program deliberations sparks criticism

Prime Minister Balen Shah has faced criticism for his absence during parliamentary deliberations on the government's annual policy and program. Instead of responding to lawmakers' questions, Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle addressed the parliament on behalf of the Prime Minister. This departure from parliamentary convention has drawn objections from opposition parties.

  • Prime Minister Balen Shah did not personally respond to lawmakers' questions on the government's annual policy and program, a role typically fulfilled by the head of government.
  • Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle addressed the parliament on behalf of Prime Minister Shah during the deliberations on the policy and program.
  • Opposition parties repeatedly obstructed parliamentary meetings, demanding the Prime Minister's presence and accountability during discussions on the government's agenda.
  • The government's policies and programs for the fiscal year 2026/27 were eventually passed by a majority in the House of Representatives despite the opposition's boycott and obstruction.
  • Prime Minister Shah had previously drawn criticism for leaving Parliament midway while President Ram Chandra Paudel was presenting the government's policies and programs.

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