Political gap not healthy
The Himalayan Times
12 January 2017
Political
gap not healthy
It is frustrating to see the ongoing political
environment in the country at a time when the major political parties should
have set aside their political differences and been ready for the local
elections. This does not show a healthy political trend. The political gap
between the ruling and the opposition parties is widening which is not a good
indication. The ruling parties have started playing number games in Parliament
for getting through the constitution amendment bill. The opposition parties led
by the UML do not seem to budge a single inch from their political stand.
However, NC general secretary Shashank
Koirala seems to be in favour of political consensus among the parties for
going to the polls (“Political consensus
must for polls: Shashank” 10 January, Page 3). But, will he be able to
convince other Congress leaders to be serious in having political dialogue with
the opposition and the other agitating parties for coming to an agreement on
major issues? This is the right time for him to play a facilitating role and
show his political skills. Otherwise, saying one thing and doing other things is
meaningless.
On the other hand, it is
unfortunate to read the news (“Ruling
parties confident of passing bill” 10 January, Page 3) when Shashank
Koirala was talking about political consensus. Garnering two thirds majority
for getting the bill through the parliament may not a problem for the ruling
parties. Will that help to clear the political uncertainty that is hovering over
the country?
Rai
Biren Bangdel
Maharajgunj
