Nemang calls on civil society to go against Maoists

Minister for law, justice and parliamentary affairs Narendra Bikram Nembang has called on all the citizens to work actively from their respective sides against the terrorists to end the existing situation of killings, violence and terrorism in the country.Inaugurating the 28th district assembly of Nepal Red Cross Society Jhapa district chapter here on Monday, he said we should all be conscious and effortful towards boosting the morale of the security forces in the present circumstances when the country is passing through a serious crisis.He called on the Red Cross to also carry out public awareness activities, in addition to providing drinking water, sanitation, health, primary healthcare services, disaster relief and other assistance for the benefit of people living in the nooks and corners of the country.The Red Cross which is dedicated to humanitarian services has been able to win the hearts of the people because of its remarkable services the world over, he said, adding that it should further its efforts towards promoting international understanding and guaranteeing human dignity.Raj Parishad member Dil Kumari Shrestha said the Red Cross has made significant contribution in the field of humanitarian services. She stressed that those involved in social service should work in an impartial manner.Chief district officer Pashupati Karmacharya asked the Red Cross to extend its services in the health sector also.At the programme presided over by Nepal Red Cross society Jhapa district president Bhakta Khawas, chapter minister Lokraj Dhakal presented the annual report and treasurer Badri Bahadur Karki presented estimated budget of Rs 6.8 million.Meanwhile, the closed-door session of the Red Cross district assembly approved the annual report and the annual budget. It also passed seven different resolutions.