Rastriya Prajatantra Party Chairman Calls for Change, Entrusts Future to New Parties

Kathmandu. Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) Chairman Rajendra Lingden has stated that the people have entrusted the current political change to the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Rabi Lamichhane, and Balendra Shah. Addressing the first general convention of the RSP, Chairman Lingden said this opportunity is historic not just for any individual or party, but for the entire country. 

Chairman Lingden accused political parties of engaging in 'loot-tantra' (system of plunder) after the establishment of democracy and said that change is necessary in that regard. 'We were saying the same thing while being on different platforms at different times,' he said, 'Through the election on Falgun 21, the people have given a clear mandate for change, and that responsibility has fallen on the shoulders of Rabi Lamichhane and Balendra Shah.'

He warned that such an opportunity never comes in the life of a party or an individual, and if missed, the country will suffer the consequences. 'If you miss this opportunity, the betrayal will not be just to individuals or parties, but to the entire country. I believe you will fulfill this responsibility,' Lingden said. 

He stated that the election results have challenged traditional politics. 'In this election, the organizations and money of the parties did not work. The people have trusted forces that do not have a two-thirds majority and organizations. Do not turn this public trust into disappointment at any cost,' he said. 

Chairman Lingden pointed out that the country's problems lie not only with the leaders but also with the current constitution and the structure of the state. He emphasized the need for systemic and structural reforms, stating that merely changing faces is not enough. 

Speaking about political cooperation, he advised the RSP leadership to move forward based on consensus and not engage in politics of exclusion. 'Do not engage in politics of exclusion, move forward with politics of consensus,' Lingden said. 

He stated that the RPP will remain in the role of a positive opposition. 'We are a positive opposition. We fully support the good work done by the government, but we will also strongly monitor if there are any wrongdoings,' he said.