Educating voters

Though the country has witnessed a flurry of activities concerning the CA election, including the international observers aimed at facilitating the electoral process, the most significant aspect of voter education has been ignored. In fact, with political parties and cadres campaigning as if this were a regular parliamentary election, most people are confused about the real objective of CA polls. Though the election is just two days away, the Election

Commission needs to make final efforts to enlighten the public through programmes like TV discussions and radio debates.

V P Sayami, Kathmandu

Punish them

Following the CA polls, Nepalis want to build an equitable, just society and frame a new constitution which would guarantee their basic fundamental freedoms and rights. However, it has been reported that some political parties contesting the election, instead of

attracting voters with plans to build such a society, are extending monetary benefits. This is a blatant disregard of the electoral code of conduct and a dishonest way to influence public opinion. The EC should punish such unscrupulous politicians.

Prajwal Rijal, Biratnagar

Implement

A 10-point agreement was signed by top leaders of the three major political parties with the commitment to hold the polls in a free and fair manner. However, the parties are still engaged in a tug of war. An agreement that is not implemented is no agreement at all. The

political parties need to build a culture of honouring agreements in order to create a conducive atmosphere for the polls.

Praveen Kumar Yadav,

Birgunj

Road rage

This is in reference to the news report “Nine killed in tractor mishap” (THT, April 5). The lack of stringent traffic rules and regulations is one of the major causes of road accidents in Nepal. Most accidents result from the drivers’ recklessness, including drunken driving. The authorities need to set up speed limits and punish drivers who drive carelessly. Shiva Neupane, Melbourne, Australia

Poll holiday

In light of the historic Constituent Assembly polls, the government has announced five days of

public holiday so that people can reach their villages to cast their votes. Even the private business houses have provided three days’ holiday. However, some multinational companies have ignored the government’s directive. It is every Nepali’s right to cast their ballot in CA election. The foreign business owners need to understand the huge importance of CA polls for the future political stability and development of Nepal.

Kamal Poudel, via e-mail

Check it

The news report “Parties fear scuttling of polls in Arghakhanchi” (THT, April 7), indicates a weak security mechanism for CA polls in the district. The ballots won’t be free and fair if the cadres of any political party resort to booth capturing. Victory through coercion is bound to harm the national cause. The district administration must beef up security and see to it that no one disrupts the CA polls in any way.

Yubraj Bhandari, Arghakhanchi