Published on: Mar 04, 2022
At a time when there is a growing concern over the efficiency and effectiveness of constitutional commissions to address the issues under their jurisdiction, Chairperson of Madheshi Commission DR.VIJAY KUMAR DATTA has shown a way to make the commission effective and accountable to the people. Having completed his PhD in English and Masters in Maithili and English literature, Dr. Datta spoke to KESHAB POUDEL on various issues. Excerpts of the interview taken at his office in Jwagal.
By Keshab Poudel | Mar 04, 2022
With the personal initiative of Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, Nepal’s parliament has finally passed the 500 million dollar MCC grant agreement amid an intense political polarization, protests and concerns of Nepal’s northern neighbor. Signed five years ago and tabled in the parliament three years ago, the MCC agreement has raised an intense dispute. Had not the agreement been ratified, Nepal would have lost its international credibility. Thanks to PM Deuba who has convinced his coalition partners and secured support from the main opposition party, Nepal has averted a major credibility crisis
By Keshab Poudel | Mar 04, 2022