Prime Minister Karki Emphasizes Making the Election of Falgun 21 a Standard for Future Polls

March 24, Kathmandu – Prime Minister Sushila Karki has emphasized the necessity of upholding the standards established by the Election Commission during the 2082 House of Representatives election for future polls.

Speaking at a reception ceremony held today at the Election Commission’s office premises in Bahadur Bhawan, Kathmandu, on the occasion of the successful completion of the 2082 House of Representatives election, Prime Minister Karki stated that the peaceful conduct of the election without any re-voting at any polling station sets a standard that should be maintained in future elections.

“This election significantly improved Nepal’s international image, enhanced respect for the country, safeguarded constitutional and democratic values, and furthered the promotion of democracy,” the Prime Minister said.

Recalling the legal and political turmoil as well as security sensitivities when she was appointed Prime Minister at the end of the last week of Bhadra, she noted that successfully conducting the election under such circumstances advanced democratic values and principles.

Although the initial days of the election process were challenging, she added, the determination of the Election Commission and the support of the government enabled its successful completion.

According to an ordinance issued after the election announcement, nearly one million young voters enthusiastically registered and participated to elect their representatives, Prime Minister Karki informed the gathering. She extended her gratitude to the Election Commission for conducting an election that was clean, free, fair, and free from fear.