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Local bodies’ election soon after bill amendment



Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for the Local Development Prakash Man Singh

Kathmandu, October 19.  Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Local Development Prakash Man Singh said that the local bodies’ election would be held soon after the amendment of the Local Self Governance Act-2055 BS.

He told RSS that the local bodies are facing economic embezzlement and irregularities in different developmental and administrative works due to absence of elected representatives. Hence, election of local bodies should be held soon to end such irregularities.

Deputy Prime Minister Singh said that the proposed amendment bill has a provision of ensuring the representation of 40 per cent women the in local bodies.RSS

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