Lahan, Siraha, Jan 20 (RSS): Chairperson of Federal Socialist Forum Nepal and Deputy Prime Minister Upendra Yadav on Saturday said his party was ready to withdraw its support to the incumbent government if it denies the constitution amendment.
Saying his party joined the incumbent government with the purpose of getting the new constitution amended, he also appealed to the Madhesi community to be ready for a struggle if the constitution amendment does not take place. “The constitution amendment is for ensuring rights and identity of Madhesi people,” he said while addressing the 12th martyrdom day organised by the province 2 government in memory of those killed during Madhes movements.
Identifying poverty, unemployment and lack of education as main hindrances to a country’s development, he said the government was committed to addressing the problems.
Yadav, also Minister for Health, said the ministry has put forward some development plans on education and health sectors targeting the Madhes.
Similarly, Province 2 Chief Minister Lal Babu Raut asserted that conspiracy is being hatched int eh country to fail federalism by curtailing authority of the provincial governments.
On the occasion, DPM Yadav made a symbolic appointment of the families of 46 people killed during the Madhes movements to various jobs. He also honoured them by draping shawls. Likewise, 97 people injured during the movements were provided relief.
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