Sapkota: Many Federalism Issues Will Be Resolved if Rastriya Swatantra Party Works With Determination

Madhav Sapkota ‘Subodh’, a central member of the Communist Party of Nepal, stated that legal ambiguities and overlapping budgets at different levels have caused problems in the effective implementation of federalism. Sapkota pointed out that although the constitution grants all levels of government the right to utilize resources, the absence of necessary laws has resulted in contradictions.

Speaking at an event held in Kathmandu on Sunday, Sapkota said, “Every level of government is given the right to use its own kinds of resources and means. However, because laws have not regulated this, contradictions have emerged.” He noted that when local governments, provincial governments, and the federal government allocate similar types and characters of budgets for infrastructure, the effectiveness diminishes.

He emphasized that budgets for sectors such as education, health, and agriculture should be focused at the local government level, and the federal government should lead the creation of laws in accordance with the constitution. He added, “Currently, the Rastriya Swatantra Party is leading the parliament with nearly two-thirds support. It is my understanding that if work is carried out with strong determination, many issues related to federalism can be resolved.”