PM Karki Hails Peaceful Elections as Historic Victory for Nepali People and Constitution

Kathmandu. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has interpreted the peaceful conclusion of the House of Representatives elections as a historic victory for the Nepali people, the constitution, and the nation itself. Speaking at a special program organized at Singha Durbar on Sunday on the occasion of the 116th International Women's Day, she stated that successfully conducting the elections even under difficult and special circumstances is a major achievement for the country. She expressed gratitude to everyone who supported the process, noting that the elections provided a peaceful, democratic, and constitutional way forward for the nation.

Prime Minister Karki emphasized that in a democracy, a ballot paper is not merely a piece of paper but a symbol of a citizen's self-respect. She opined that the mandate received from the elections is not permanent forever, and the newly elected representatives must always keep this in mind. While the legal term is five years, she stressed that the moral legitimacy of the mandate must be continuously re-approved by the trust of the people at every moment. Stating that a position holds no meaning if the trust of the people is lost, she urged the representatives to be more responsible.

Speaking on women's rights, the Prime Minister recalled that the Constitution of Nepal has guaranteed women's rights as fundamental rights. She noted that although women's participation in various structures of the state has increased significantly in recent decades, a state of complete equality has not yet been achieved. Stating that women are still unable to break free from discrimination, unequal opportunities, gender-based violence, and inequalities stemming from archaic culture, she called upon all women to move forward with greater determination for their rights.

The Prime Minister concluded that democracy cannot be strengthened until women receive full respect, security, and equal opportunities in society. On the occasion of Women's Day, she stated that genuine social transformation is only possible with the meaningful presence of women at every level of the state.

She also drew the attention of the newly elected parliament and government to prioritize women's issues in the new political environment following the elections.