Be flexible for peace:

Since February 1 last year, the King seems more determined in his agenda despite the fact that the international community is not much pleased with his actions. Unsurprisingly, he is not worried, as he often seems to take the republic vibes as a pressure tactic only. But this attitude could prove to be a grave mistake as the Maoists have already shown a cold shoulder to the government by resorting to violence in various parts of the country. On the other hand, though elections are a vital part of democracy, even political parties like the RPP do not think that the upcoming polls are going to be free and fair, leave alone the seven agitating parties and their allies who have refused to compromise with the King. The King’s government must try to accommodate the demands of the agitating parties by forming an interim government. The King should realise that he would gain respect as a ceremonial head of state rather than as an active monarch. The party leaders on their part must be visionary so as to come up with a new road map to end the conflict. Besides, the parties must give up their doggedness on the House revival issue. To end the gridlock, all the political stakeholders must show flexibility and compromise.

Eak Prasad Duwadi, KU

Polls vital:

Recently I had to go to the ward office to get some work done, and there I saw a long queue of people waiting for their respective work to be done. This made me realise how important the upcoming municipal elections are for the country and the people since the public would be handicapped without these representatives. Thus, the agitating parties should actually support the government’s efforts to hold the slated municipal elections instead of trying to disrupt them. Why doesn’t the CPN (Maoist) too leave aside violence and join the mainstream by participating in the polls?

Gayatri Pradhan, Naxal

Beware!

This refers to Puran Pangeni’s letter titled “Wrong use” published in THT on January 16. I agree with Pangeni because not only alcoholic beverages, but also other products like noodles are affecting the psyche and health of the children and teenagers. Models in skimpy dresses are often shown in these advertisements. Because of such ridiculous advertisements, we find many teenagers indulging in wrong doings. This proves how some business houses are playing a dirty game to serve their vested interests. Since the government has not taken any step against this and is not likely to take any action in future, it is important that every citizen should be aware of the impact of such advertisements on children.

Mithlesh Chaudhary, Pulchowk Campus

Power cuts:

Load-shedding in the evenings has led to an increase in the number of illegal activities like lootings, thefts, kidnappings. It also hampers the studies of many students who are preparing for the SLC or other important exams. Darkness also causes difficulty in carrying out household chores as well as in conducting business affairs. The authorities concerned should consider the hardship of the public and do something soon.

Bijaya Poudyal, Kupondol