Unprecedented opportunity for economic development and prosperity: PM
MUGU: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has spoken of an unprecedented opportunity at hand to herald economic development and prosperity in the country.
In an address to the nation from the banks of the largest and mesmerising Rara lake this morning, the PM said the government remains competent in resolving the country's problems. PM Oli also took the opportunity to wish good health and prosperity to the Nepali brothers and sisters on the occasion of New Year 2075.
"Following the success of the elections, our country Nepal has been able to establish a new standard in the democratic exercise," PM Oli said and further added, "the history has provided us with an unprecedented opportunity for economic development and prosperity; we had problems before us and a duty to resolve them. The people have given us a mandate to address those problems."
Stating that the year 2074 stood out as an important year for political achievement, the PM noted that the country received pro-people, democratic, patriotic, progressive and pro-development government with the end of political transition last year.
He went on to add that a new phase of stability has emerged in course of successful implementation of the constitution following the conclusion of three tiers of elections. The PM also said he has been hearing questions – "Will Nepal be made better now? Will this government fulfill our dreams?"
"Nepal will be built and it should be built. Yes, there is a term and period for everything. There is a limit for a man's knowledge and capability. But there are no limits for honesty and no set term for faith. There is no need for alternate training for anyone to work with sincerity and dedication," PM Oli insisted.
PM also pointed out that feudalism responsible for Nepal's backwardness has become history, views aimed at making others dependent subjects have weakened and that divisive forces have been sidelined.
The PM stressed further that a country does not become big or small compared to other countries on basis of shape, demography and economy, rather it is based on the subject of sovereignty. He also underlined the determination to develop close relations with the neighbouring countries, friendly nations and the international community by keeping the national interest at the centre stage.
PM Oli cautioned that the incumbent government would come forward in a ruthless and non-compromising manner against corruption and that necessary laws and structural reformation will be made for it.
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PM addresses nation from Mugu on New Year
KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has addressed the nation on the occasion of the Nepali New Year from Rara Lake today. He is scheduled to inaugurate Karnali-Rara Tourism Year-2075 BS later.
Addressing the nation, PM Oli said the new government is committed to developing and raising the country to a new height. He stressed the need for filling the gap between rich and poor to develop the country.
The PM further reiterated the significant role played by people in bringing democracy and federal republic to the country. He said, "The government will formulate policy and programmes in coordination with local levels and provincial governments."
PM Oli is accompanied by Minister of Education Giriraj Mani Pokharel, Minister of Defence Ishwor Pokharel, and Minister of Tourism Rabindra Adhikari for the inauguration of the event in Mugu. The team visited Dhorpatan area and Dunai yesterday.
A Cabinet meeting of the province was held yesterday where the ministers raised issues of connectivity in the region through construction of international airport and road system, Giriraj Mani Pokharel said.
The PM addressed the nation from Rara during his Karnali trip to the tourist destinations in the province — Hilsa, Patal Falls and Jumla. He is also scheduled to chair a senate meeting of the Karnali Academy of Health Sciences and to inaugurate school enrollment programme today itself.
The PM decided to visit the province after Karnali Chief Minister Mahendra Bahadur Shahi formally invited him for the inauguration of the event.“The objective of the event is to promote tourism in Karnali,” according to Minister of Tourism Adhikari.
The event is being organised to explore possible tourist destinations in the province, promote internal tourism and attract investment.
The province comprises 10 districts, including Humla, Jumla, Mugu and Surkhet, and is considered rich in natural resources. Rara, the country’s biggest and deepest freshwater lake is located in Mugu district.
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