National Assembly Deputy Chair Stresses Adherence to Constitutional Spirit on Democracy Day

Kathmandu. National Assembly Deputy Chair Bimala Ghimire has emphasized the need to focus on operating the state governance system in line with the spirit and essence of the constitution. While extending congratulations and best wishes to Nepalis on the occasion of Democracy Day-2082 today, she expressed confidence that Democracy Day will inspire action towards that goal.

Deputy Chair Ghimire mentioned the necessity for our attention to be directed towards implementing the fundamental rights and human rights of citizens and ensuring the equitable and just distribution of the benefits of democracy. She expressed confidence that the House of Representatives election scheduled for Falgun 21 will select leadership capable of strongly addressing the issues of a more consolidated democracy and the livelihood of the people, as citizens express their mandate through elections in a democracy.

Deputy Chair Ghimire stated, "There is an equal danger that dictatorship can be born out of elections in many situations. This time, the people must keep themselves alert to prevent such a situation from arising."

She also paid heartfelt tribute to the immortal martyrs who sacrificed their precious lives for the establishment of democracy in Nepal by ending the autocratic and dictatorial Rana regime, which lasted for 104 years. Democracy Day is celebrated every year on Falgun 7 in memory of that day, following the end of the Rana regime and the establishment of democracy on Falgun 7, B.S. 2007, as a result of long struggle, sacrifice, and martyrdom. Deputy Chair Ghimire recalled that the sovereignty, autonomy, and self-governance rights vested in the people through the constitution were achieved due to the dedicated spirit and firm willpower of the Nepali people towards democracy.

Under the guidance of the achievement of democracy, Deputy Chair Ghimire stated that the current constitution envisions building an egalitarian society based on the principles of proportional inclusion and participation, adopting fundamental features such as federalism, secularism, a democratic system of governance, civil liberties, fundamental rights, human rights, universal adult suffrage, periodic elections, full press freedom, and an independent, impartial, and competent judiciary, with the goal of building a socialist-oriented economy based on justice and equality.

The congratulatory message stated, "I express my heartfelt best wishes again, expressing the belief that Democracy Day will inspire everyone to embrace democratic behavior to fulfill the national aspiration for sustainable peace, good governance, development, and prosperity."