Rabi Lamichhane: RSP's Plan is Comprehensive National Development, Not Just Local Progress

Patan (Lalitpur), 4 Chaitra: The Chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Rabi Lamichhane, stated that the RSP's plan is to achieve comprehensive national development.

Addressing the closing ceremony of the orientation and introductory program organized by the RSP for newly elected members of parliament in Lalitpur today, he instructed everyone to focus on the overall development of the country, as justice will not be served to the nation if MPs only focus on developing their respective constituencies.

Chairman Lamichhane stated that the responsibility given by the people has now fallen upon their shoulders and urged everyone to work responsibly for the public good. He said, "Even after wearing the Parliament's logo, important responsibilities must be fulfilled; transparency is a crucial aspect of politics. An elected MP must always maintain a good relationship with the people; become a leader whose relationship with the people is so harmonious that they can celebrate every day for five years, a relationship the people can embrace."

Stating that the people have entrusted the RSP with the responsibility of lawmaking, Chairman Lamichhane expressed the view that everyone must understand the profound responsibility they hold as lawmakers. He said, "The people have given us responsibility in such a way that we cannot make excuses; the people waited 36 years for the old political parties, they will not wait 36 months for us. We must work by centering the people and the country, not ourselves."

Chairman Lamichhane recalled that the party has faced legal challenges since its inception, noting that they have nurtured and brought the party this far, and now the responsibility to strengthen it further lies with them. He said, "We move forward by trusting in the awareness of the citizens. Before having tea with middlemen, remember the sacrifice of the martyrs."

Stating that the mandate received through this general election was not ordinary, Chairman Lamichhane urged everyone to work with a sense of responsibility, as the people trusted the RSP in a special circumstance. He advised, "Do not make public statements that could damage foreign relations; fulfill your responsibilities as an MP effectively. Arrange for the stoves of the people who voted for you to be lit, seek treatment in government hospitals, and adopt a simple lifestyle."

Chairman Lamichhane emphasized the need to strictly implement the 'Right to Recall' provision raised by the party this time and guided everyone to exercise their freedom in a disciplined manner.

"Through you, the people of your constituency must find happiness. You must be studious and always be with the citizens. Except when Parliament is in session, you must be with the citizens. The party will appoint ministers based on knowledge, skills, and capability," he stated. He stressed the need to advocate for social justice, which he identified as the country's biggest problem.

"A society without social justice is not a society where humans live; we are fighting not from one election to the next, but from one generation to the next," Chairman Lamichhane said. "We are committed to the current system and the constitution. Our victory means being responsible; therefore, we will fulfill our respective duties in a disciplined manner."

Chairman Lamichhane expressed confidence that new standards will be set in the area of good governance. He urged the MPs elected from the party to work honestly towards the nation and the people in accordance with the country's constitution, parliamentary regulations, and the party's bylaws. "We want to assure the international community that Nepal is a safe country for investment," he concluded.

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