Rabi Lamichhane Pays Courtesy Call to Prime Minister Sushila Karki

Kathmandu. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Sushila Karki. The meeting took place on Sunday at the Prime Minister's official residence in Baluwatar.

Chairman Lamichhane congratulated PM Karki, stating that historic elections were successfully held under her leadership, leading the country to a peaceful resolution.

He said, 'A fair election was held on time, and the country found an easy and democratic way out. This is not a small matter. I want to congratulate and thank the honorable Prime Minister, her cabinet, and the secretariat team for this success.'

He further added, 'The country found a way out because of your rock-solid stance and determination. An election more peaceful, fair, and of higher quality than any previous election has been possible. In a short time with a small team, you have succeeded in giving the country a democratic exit and a safe landing through elections in a way that has surprised the world. We have the highest respect for you for this. The country will always remember this contribution of yours. We will also keep remembering it. We expect your continuous guidance and parental role in the coming days as well. Your experience and guidance will be even more necessary for the country and our government.'

Prime Minister Karki congratulated the RSP for its success in the elections and advised them to work unitedly without giving the citizens any reason to be disappointed.

'The country is currently in a state of transition. The citizens have high expectations from you youths. You must be able to bring a smile to the face of the country. There are many challenges, but move forward with composure,' PM Karki said, 'If you work with honesty, you will surely get the expected results. It seems one can answer critics and opponents through work itself.'

During the meeting, they also discussed contemporary political issues. Chairman Lamichhane clarified that he and his party had no objection to the decisions made by the current government.

'The government is the government. It has the right to work until the last day. We have no objection to the decisions made by this government,' he said, 'Moreover, we have the highest respect for the government that has fulfilled this historic responsibility. Therefore, we support the steps taken by this government and respect its decisions.'

He also suggested that the government should utilize its full capacity to complete the tasks that can be done until the next government takes charge.

He also expressed concern and urged appropriate action regarding the problems faced by Nepali students in Portugal, the security of Nepali workers amidst tensions in the Middle East, and the supply of petroleum products.