Now, get down to business
The Himalayan Times
21
February 2014
Now, get down to business
The political parties showed their
solidarity in nominating UML candidate Subash Nembang as the CA Chairperson
once again as reported in “Nembang elected CA chair unopposed” (THT, 19 Feb,
Page 1). However, the leaders on the opposition benches had criticized his role
in the previous CA and suggested that he should not repeat the same mistakes in
CA 2. His decisive role in the coming days will definitely help the CA 2 to
effectively and smoothly move ahead in carrying out the prime task of drafting
the new constitution within a year.
Nembang’s experiences and academic
background would definitely benefit the CA 2 in terms of running its business
effectively. However, the sincerity and political commitment of all the CA lawmakers
are equally important for helping him to play his role efficiently. He should
not let the members run the CA business outside the House undermining its
authenticity. All the proceedings related to drafting the new constitution
should be discussed in the House. Otherwise, the same mistakes would be
repeated by the senior leaders as they had done in the erstwhile CA.
The political awareness of the people has
definitely risen in comparison to the previous years for a number of reasons.
They want to see the political parties fulfil the promises made during the CA 2
election. They are keen to see the new constitution in their hands within a
year. If the leaders of the major political parties fail to draft the new
constitution as promised, their existence may remain questionable. I think the
people would not let them go easily and that might invite confrontation pushing
the nation towards anarchy. It is hoped that this situation would be avoided by
fulfilling the promises.
Rai Biren Bangdel
Maharjgunj, Kathmandu
