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Balen Shah Faces Criticism for Parliamentary Absence; RSP Prepares for Convention

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Prime Minister Balen Shah is facing criticism from opposition figures like Harkaraj Rai for his absence and lack of communication in Parliament, with Rai accusing the government of disregarding parliamentary dignity. Meanwhile, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is intensifying internal preparations for its first general convention in Chitwan, focusing on leadership selection and potential constitutional amendments.

  • Harkaraj Rai, Chairman of the Labor Culture Party, claims the government and Prime Minister are not accountable to Parliament, citing ministerial absences and superficial answers.
  • Rai alleges that the government's failure to answer questions raised in Parliament violates the House of Representatives Operating Regulations.
  • The Rastriya Swatantra Party's general convention in June will discuss representation of various integrated political groups, leadership selection methods, and possible constitutional amendments.
  • The RSP is working towards selecting leadership through consensus and democratic processes, with internal competition for key posts increasing.
  • Harkaraj Rai also criticized the Speaker for repeatedly lecturing the opposition leader on rules while failing to bring the Prime Minister to the house.

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