Role of parties important in creating election environment: Law Minister

Kathmandu, Nov 11: Minister for Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Anil Kumar Sinha has said that, as political parties are the key actors in elections, they play a crucial role in fostering an environment conducive to the electoral process.

Speaking at an interaction on “Upcoming House of Representatives Elections: Challenges and Opportunities” organized by the Nepal Law Society today, Minister Sinha emphasized that intensive discussions and debates among the government, political parties, and other stakeholders would help create a favorable atmosphere for the elections.

He stated that the government is in regular communication with political parties and their leaders regarding the upcoming elections. Acknowledging that there are some shortcomings due to limited experience in state governance, he said the government is nonetheless making sincere efforts to resolve the existing crisis.

Minister Sinha further noted that the government has prioritized the process of ensuring voting rights for Nepali citizens living abroad. “The youth are seeking opportunities, and the government is actively addressing their concerns while working responsibly to find a way out of the current challenges,” he added.