Changing position :

PM Koirala’s changing mind is leading the country nowhere. First, he was against the 8-point accord signed between the SPA and the Maoists. Now he is rooting for ceremonial monarchy while blatantly neglecting the people’s aspirations. He will eventually be unsuccessful in saving monarchy. His dilly-dallying approach is likely to push the country back into civil war.

Surendra & SP Panday, Rehdon College

Irreverence :

It’s galling to witness the government neglect its duty, as it is hell-bent on clipping the monarch’s power. I believe this government has created more problems than it has helped solve. But why such irreverence towards the King? Has anyone thought about looking into the wealth of the politicians? These politicians are now shaking hands with the same Maoists who are responsible for killing people.

Pratigya, via e-mail

True love :

This refers to Geeta Buda’s Midway piece “Desperate Love” (THT, August 29). I gather from the article that the author is in search of true love. I agree that the majority of the young

generation go back on commitment and is only looking for temporary relationships. I earnestly hope those looking for true love will find it eventually.

Prakash Shawad,

New Baneshwor

Laudable :

The report “New executive panel formed” (THT, August 27), says little about the

nature and scope of Nepal-India Friendship Society which did it. The initiative of the Biratnagar citizens in this regard is laudable. In the light of multi-dimensional ties between the two countries, the formation of this type of body consisting of the inhabitants of major towns on both sides of the border was long overdue. The society, inter alia, will foster better ties between the two peoples, help tackle cross-border crimes and ensure smooth flow of goods and people.

Damodar P Gautam,

Lagankhel

Republic :

The majority of Nepali youths are in favour of a democratic republic. The institution of monarchy has disappointed the Nepalis. They hope that a democratic republic will help improve the country’s social, cultural, economic, educational and political conditions.

Shiva Neupane, Golphutar

Crimes up :

The number of street crimes is on the rise in Kathmandu. The capital is not safe even during the daytime. I have seen people being robbed in the alleyways of Gyaneshwor, Ratopul, Kalopul and Bijulibazar.

But the police are doing nothing to nab the culprits. If it was safer, more tourists would visit this city.

Sambidhan Acharya,

via e-mail

More pages :

I am a regular reader of THT and love your articles on children. The School Times incorporates only a handful of write-ups from students of different schools. You should print

additional pages to mark Children’s Day (September 14), marking the week-long celebrations.

Santosh Budhathoki,

Gyan Shikha B School