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Federalism With Ethnic Identity Is A Must
By KTM Metro Reporter
Speaking at the first national gathering of the Terai Madhes Democratic Teachers' Union in Birgunj yesterday, Chairman of Terai Madhes Democratic Party (TMDP) Mahantha Thakur said that a federal constitution with the provision for the social diversity, inclusion and civil political culture was essential for sovereignty, dignity and identity of all the Nepalis; so, federalism recognizing the identity of one and all, their culture, religion and language and ensure freedom of all citizens was essential, according to the RSS news posted on thehimalayanties.com.
Speaking to the delegation of Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities (NEFIN) yesterday, President of NC Sushil Koirala said, "Our party is a responsible party. We will focus on addressing concerns of all class and creed, responsibly." “If we are still stuck in ethnic wrangling, conflict and instability, our country has to face severe consequences. Every ethnic group, class and creed has to make some sacrifices to bring political stability in Nepal,” nepalnews.com quotes Koirala.
NEFIN has been demanding 60 percent proportional representation instead of the currently proposed 50-50 seats each for the direct (first-past-the-post) and proportional representation in the Constituent Assembly, according to nepalnews.com.
