Former Bagmati Chief Minister Lama Urges Government to Prioritize Rule of Law

Makwanpur. Former Bagmati Province Chief Minister and Congress lawmaker Bahadur Singh Lama has advised the government to prioritize the rule of law. He stated that good governance is impossible without strict adherence to laws and legal procedures.

Speaking during Tuesday's provincial assembly meeting, former Chief Minister Lama expressed concern over the instability within the civil administration. Emphasizing the supremacy of parliament, he asserted that the cabinet must not bypass the legislative body.

‘Frequent transfers of civil servants disrupt the working environment. I believe we must coordinate with the federal government to ensure that at least the Chief Secretary remains in their position for a minimum of one year,’ he said. ‘It is wrong for the cabinet to cut or alter the budget and plans passed by parliament. The government must operate based on what parliament has approved. Parliament should not be bypassed.’

He also drew the government's attention to rising inflation and the hike in petroleum prices. Former Chief Minister Lama emphasized that while price increases are influenced by international conditions, the federal government must take special initiatives to control them. He suggested that corruption could be reduced by effectively utilizing technology and e-bidding.

According to him, large-scale investment projects need to be further regulated through legislation, and investment in the education sector should be increased to produce more doctors and engineers. Former Chief Minister Lama urged everyone to work with integrity, stating that society and the system will only improve if elected representatives reform themselves.