House of Representative session: Lawmakers demand free treatment for road injuries

Kathmandu, Feb 25: In a session of the House of Representatives (HoR) today, lawmakers demanded that the State guarantee free treatment for those injured in road accidents.

Ramhari Khatiwada raised his concern over a road accident that took place at Kavrebhanjyang today, insisting on the provision of free treatment for injuries resulting from road accidents. He also urged the government not to make the national identity card for senior citizens mandatory and to provide services for acquiring the card from the respective local governments.

Devendra Paudel also sought free treatment for road injuries and emphasized the need for strict implementation of road safety programs and traffic rules to minimize cases of road mishaps. “It is concerning that the State does not have a night-vision helicopter available for rescue during nighttime accidents,” he stated.

Gyan Bahadur Shahi mentioned that the government has been unable to designate Chief Administrative Officers in many local levels and that employees at some local governments have not been paid regularly. He also expressed concern over the reduction in fiscal equalization grants for local levels after the half-yearly review of the current fiscal year’s budget.

Anita Devi accused people’s representatives of not cooperating with employees and stressed the government’s role in resolving disputes that have surfaced during the implementation of the cable car project in Pathibhara, Taplejung.

Lalbir Chaudhary drew the government’s attention to the increasing number of casualties and injuries from wildlife attacks, calling on the respective bodies to take measures to address the situation.

Dr. Amaresh Kumar Singh stressed the need for regulations on the operation of social media platforms to prevent potential attempts to jeopardize social and communal order and harmony.

RSS