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Kathmandu, July 15, 2025 \u2013 As the coalition government led by the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML completes one year in office, the occasion became a stage for a sharp political confrontation between Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and opposition leader and Maoist Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal \u2018Prachanda\u2019.<\/p>\n
While Prime Minister Oli expressed satisfaction over the government’s performance, Prachanda accused the administration of undermining democratic institutions and serving vested interests.<\/p>\n
PM Oli\u2019s Claim: \u201cStrong Performance, Systemic Reforms\u201d<\/p>\n
Early Monday morning, Prime Minister Oli took to social media to praise his government’s efforts over the past year:<\/p>\n
\u201cKey economic indicators have improved.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cNational development projects have gained momentum.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cImportant legal reforms have simplified public service delivery through digital means.\u201d<\/p>\n
Oli highlighted that introducing timelines for project execution was a new practice, saying, \u201cThe culture of accountability has begun.\u201d<\/p>\n
Prachanda\u2019s Critique: \u201cA Government Hijacked by Middlemen\u201d<\/p>\n
In an hour-long speech in Parliament, Maoist leader Dahal launched a series of serious allegations against the government:<\/p>\n
\u201cParliament has become a playground for brokers and lobbyists.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe School Education Bill is being held hostage by vested interests.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cConstitutional appointments are based on political bargaining, not merit.\u201d<\/p>\n
He also criticized the budget for being overly concentrated in projects like view towers and industrial parks, neglecting marginalized regions and communities.<\/p>\n
From Stadium Promises to Visa Scandals: A War of Words<\/p>\n
Dahal accused the government of failing to advance the construction of the cricket stadium in Kirtipur, despite PM Oli\u2019s prior commitment to complete it within 300 days.<\/p>\n
PM Oli countered: \u201cGo see the ongoing construction \u2014 floodlights and parapets are being installed. Unlike your term, we set timelines and worked.\u201d<\/p>\n
Dahal Raises Concerns Over Visit Visa and Arms Procurement<\/p>\n
The Maoist chairman accused the government of downplaying the \u201cvisit visa scandal\u201d and reviving controversial arms procurement deals previously halted during mass protests.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is not just an administrative glitch but a matter of national security and accountability,\u201d Dahal said, adding that his party had lifted its parliamentary obstruction only after the government agreed to a two-point investigation deal.<\/p>\n
Constitutional Amendments Labeled as Self-Serving<\/p>\n
Dahal further alleged that the recent push for constitutional amendments served the narrow interests of those in power, rather than the aspirations of the people.<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/p>\n
The fiery exchange between Prime Minister Oli and former Prime Minister Dahal highlights the growing political rift in Nepal, even among former allies. While Oli\u2019s government touts economic recovery and governance reform, Dahal paints a picture of deepening elitism, misuse of public funds, and erosion of democratic processes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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