KATHMANDU, Oct 06: On the occasion of Bijaya Dashami former King of Nepal Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev gave his best wishes and his message to the people of Nepal. In his message he has said that Nepal will return to being a Hindu nation along with the institution of Monarchy. He requested Goddess Navadurga Bhawani to guide him to the eternal path with inspiration along with wishing the best for Nepal and her people.

He expressed concern and dissatisfaction over how the country was headed toward disremembering our historic cultural significance, sacrifice, and the traditional values set in order to impart a moral life. “We are Nepali and we belong to Nepal, we have our values and dignity, and we have to understand it,” said the former King.

The former King also believes that our nationalism is at stake, and the behavior of the political parties is putting our nationalism at risk, increasing prejudice and selfishness among the people. He believes in moving toward the eternal practice of the Hindu system to end this greed and progress with truth and resilience.

” Blurring nationalism, disappearing peace, and the chances of increasing rebellion will not be enhancing toward this point of time for anyone, increasing trends of dispute, oppression, are a matter of grave concern, increasing indicators of prohibition by the administration has an increasing tendency” for which the former King expressed his dissatisfaction. (File Photo)

KATHMANDU, Sept 15: The Eternal Vedic Hindu Kingdom Re-establishment Campaign committee along with the Shiv Sena Party Nepal organized a press conference where many leaders spoke on the current state of affairs in the lives of Nepalese who were facing the oppression of the current government. According to the press release statement of the Eternal Vedic Hindu Kingdom Re-establishment campaign, 10 members were arrested during the celebrations of the Indra Jatra festival and were roughed up by Nepal Police while in custody.

Through the press conference, the leaders warned the current government to release them immediately without any preconditions. Speaking at the program the leaders of the party and the campaign spoke about the current image of the country which is rapidly declining due to the Republic. Leaders Anil Kumar Yogi, Bishnu Prasad Bhattarai, Asmita Bhandari, Shekhar Jung Rayamajhi, Nagendra Deuja, Bikram Bahadur Bom, and Dr. K.B.Roka were present on the occasion. The team was of the opinion that the government was getting barbaric by the day, and unleashing its terror among citizens which were entirely uncalled for and against the spirit of democracy. There was no self-respect for the leadership and that the masses were highly dissatisfied with the government’s current performance.

They spoke against the wrongful detention of their workers while they were peacefully protesting the actions of the President taking part in the activities as was the customary norm of the former King. The leaders were of the opinion that if the President’s republic is secular, then there is no reason for the President to be participating in religious festivities. It is a mere act, while they accused the leaders of promoting western agenda alluding to “holy wine” that the leadership was intoxicated in while the masses suffered.

The press conference highlighted that 91% of the population are Hindu’s and there will come a time when they will unite to bring back Nepal as a Hindu state along with a ceremonial Monarch. Showing the black flag to the President as a sign of protest is a democratic right, and every individual has the right to protest in a democratic country. The leaders said that their workers who were arrested were treated as criminals which were a gross human right violation.

The leaders said that the current government was working against national interest, and were mere puppets to foreign aid and donations. The nation has lost self-respect and the only alternative to bring back the image of a culturally sound nation along with dignity would be to restore Nepal as a Hindu nation and reinstate Monarchy said the leaders in the press conference. The leaders are serious and want their workers to be released immediately.

KATHMANDU, Sept 9: Nepal Communist Party Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ said that the monarchy, which was overthrown by the people more than a decade ago, will not be restored in the country

Addressing a memorial assembly organized to commemorate the 21st death anniversary of martyr Suresh Wagle ‘Basu’ at the party central office on Monday, Dahal said conspiracies against the federal democratic republic were increasing in the country in the recent days.

“No need to daydream of what was abolished a long time ago,” he added while stressing the need to strengthen the republic and party unification.

Referring to the recent activities of former King Gyanendra and pro-monarchy supporters, he said, “A jackal sometimes howls near a lion’s den. But it has no comparison to a lion. A jackal always remains a jackal in front of a lion. The howling cannot revive what is already dead and buried in the cemetery.”

He also directed the party cadres to remain focused on making the party dedicated to the people’s service and acceptable to all.

“We have made the communist movement popular. We have got a popular mandate and have a majority government. However, we have degraded in terms of ideological and moral character. We tend to give importance to our self needs rather than the needs of the people,” he said.

A recently published fictional account by Amar Bhushan “Inside Nepal” is creating hype among many Nepalese readers. Bhushan is the former director of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) India’s premier intelligence unit. In this book, he fictionalizes accounts inspired by true political events in Nepal stating that India was involved in-depth in order to remove Monarchy from the country and reinstate a Republic. This has brought many leaders both from the ruling Communist Party and Nepali Congress Party to express concern over voicing against the current regime.

The book however fictional has come at a crucial time where various leaders and the masses are dissatisfied by the Republic and the federal structure. Why even though be it fictional of an account in the internal political structures of Nepal being released at this juncture is a question to ponder upon. Also, the system and regime change were brought about without holding a referendum from the people, Monarchy is a 200 year plus institution was dismantled without major approval from the general public. There is still an opportunity here to get a 2/3^rd majority from the people and with a broader consensus reinstate Nepal back to being a Hindu nation with a ceremonial Monarch is not inconceivable.

If we look at the recent reactions, the Communist Party leaders are in a panic-stricken mode. While the voices to bring back Monarchy is inching forward, the establishment is at an offense. Recently former Prime Minister and Chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda warned former King Gyanendra not to be active in public. While Prime Minister K.P.Sharma Oli nagged at the Monarch calling the institution a ghost from the past. While these offensive measures were taken to counteract the rising popularity of the King, it was seen as an act of despotism and disgrace by the general masses. It was likely that the image of Monarchy benefitted from this charade.

On the other hand, the people of Nepal have not been well accustomed and appreciated the newfound Republic and federal structure. They have been mercilessly hit by various taxes, and the prices of essential commodities have skyrocketed to an all-time high. Provinces, local bodies, and the central government are finding it a hassle to coordinate increasing internal work conflict. Blame game is on the rise between the newfound states and local bodies for the allocation of funds. Public and civil servants are directly involved in misusing state funds for personal use, while taxes continue to increase for the masses increasing the burden on them thus creating a frightening situation of frustrated youth.

The frustration does not stop there with the Republic, increasing problems of foreign relations and escalation of the rift between internal political structures are seen as a plausible threat. The larger masses have been dissatisfied with the style of political leadership and are outraged by the way the government has handled public cases. Rabi Lamichhane’s case, for example, created a stir among the masses where the government was unable to do much. This continued dissatisfaction whether known or unknown to the Prime Minister who is currently undergoing treatment in Singapore is a matter to ask his political advisers. It cannot definitely be said that Prachanda who is one of the main architects of the Republic will stick to his stance looking back at his political history, he can u-turn any moment.

Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba recently organized a religious ceremony at this private residence. He knows that there is an agenda of increasing sentiments to bring back Nepal as a Hindu nation and this has spread to the rank and file of his own party. Senior leaders of the Nepali Congress Dr. Shashank Koirala, and Shankar Bhandari have been vocal regarding their support for Nepal has a Hindu nation and they are vigorously invigorating their stance within the party and the general masses.

The National Democratic Party has always maintained its stance for Nepal to be a Hindu nation along with having a ceremonial Monarchy. Despite several of these supports, there needs to be more unity specially with Nepali Congress if this has to gain momentum as a national agenda. New possibilities with rising consensus can see a foreseeable change in Nepalese politics. Vote split among the people favoring the Communists will be certain because none have been able to captivate the general public. Mr. Chitra Bahadur KC a staunch communist leader has started to regret on the model of federalism. Imposing views and ideas wouldn’t last long, as rising costs for a decent living is posing one of the biggest challenges for the coming Nepalese generation, and the end result can be consequential.

Minister of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Yogesh Bhattarai a rising leader of the Communist Party of Nepal made a decision to have the national anthem played on the premises of the Pashupatinath temple during the evening rituals of aarti which is sacred for all Nepalese. This was outrightly seen as government intervention and disliked by the public creating a massive controversy. While on the one hand, the ruling party has termed itself secular, by imposing the national anthem on a religious ceremony was seen with contempt and defilement of religious sanctity. Various corners of Hindu organizations vehemently protested the decision bringing infamy to the image of the government.

Religion as a phenomenon in current Nepalese politics and its agenda is constantly on the rise. It has a silent overwhelming majority, if not for Monarchy but for Nepal to be a Hindu state. The current population is reported to be over 90%. If awakened the masses that take up the Hindu cause will have an absolute majority. The game of politics cannot be trusted. It is also the one of changing possibilities, situations and circumstances. Look for instance in West Bengal of India, the Communist Party that ruled the state for over 3 decades have been entirely decimated. The current government of India which is a Hindu nationalist party undoubtedly wants to see Nepal as a Hindu nation. Senior Nepali Congress leader and the general secretary of the party Dr. Shashank Koirala is in favor of Nepal as a Hindu nation.

Internal politics can pave the way to newer outcomes and Nepalese political history has not been indifferent to making changes. Monarchy making a comeback maybe a little too far-fetched, but for Nepal be a Hindu nation the chances are clearly visible. It is being slowly thrown upon the people while being readily accepted as a national agenda. New possibilities with alternate outcomes can be seen in the future course of Nepalese politics provided the silent majority wakes up to really push this forward. Karl Marx in the Communist Manifesto called the bourgeoisie the main cause for the proletariats to rise up in revolution. Federalism in Nepal similarly was imposed and can prove to be a fundamental cause for the Nepalese to rise, due to added burden on taxpayers, skyrocketing prices, unaffordable housing, and out of reach lifestyle. This change will be phenomenal for them to bring another overhaul in the entire Nepalese political system.

( Opinion wrote in Nepali by Dr. Dipesh KC  translated by Birat Krishna Thapa for Nepali Reporter, the original can be found in our Nepali site)

   “The Republic is in grave danger; we have to unite in order to be able to save it”

KATHMANDU, Aug 21: National People’s Front Central Committee has released a detailed press statement regarding their upcoming programs and organizational activities of the party. Speaking at their party press conference organized at the Reporters Club, the President Chitra Bahadur KC read out the press statement issued by the central committee after a meeting which was held back on 16 August. Chitra Bahadur KC is a veteran Communist leader and former Deputy Prime Minister.

He also answered questions of various journalists present on the occasion regarding the current state of affairs. He expressed concern over various rumors doing the rounds of social media and the public regarding bringing back Monarchy. In the detailed press statement issued by the National People’s Front issues such as the current state of sovereignty, secularism, and the republic all were in danger due to the activities of the government.

The press statement states that there is an agenda to destroy the secular fabric of this Nation and bring back Hinduism as a state religion, once this happens then Monarchy will be re-instated overthrowing the Republic. This is the reason why we have to voice concerns and organize peaceful protests through various measures.

Nepal is going through a stage of absolute corruption, the crisis in obtaining citizenship, rising prices, rising taxes, and oppression in the Terai region of farmers, labors, women and indigenous people. We have now taken the responsibility to make the citizen aware of what is happening to the country.

The programs are planned over a span of several months. The main agenda is also to increase the number of memberships for the party along with informing the public about the current scenario of the country.

“The republic is in grave danger. We have to unite in order to save it. There are forces at work that want to bring back Nepal as a Hindu state, and once that happens they will reinstate Monarchy overthrowing the Republic. We have brought this system through a lot of struggle and sacrifice. Everyone needs to be aware that religion is a very personal choice, and we should separate religion and the state, we cannot be ruled upon in the name of religion” KC said.

KATHMANDU, Nov 7: Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has unveiled its election manifesto for the upcoming parliamentary and provincial elections scheduled for November 26 and December 7. RPP revealed its manifesto organizing a program at Hotel Annapurna in Kathmandu on Monday.

In its manifesto, RPP has sworn to reinstate Hindu state and restore ‘ democracy with monarchy’ in the country.

RPP- – concluding that monarchy as a symbol of culture and nationality, a necessary and common institution everyone can trust– has advocated for Sanatan Hindu State’ and ‘democracy with king’.

Unveiling the document party chair Kamal Thapa said the party would adopt the ‘Mahendra nationalism’ of BP Koirala’s national reconciliation policy, stating that ideologies of both national leaders are equally appropriate for the protection of national integrity, and sovereignty, for national security and unity.

The manifesto has underlined the need of adopting the people’s elected prime ministerial system.
Referendum on the issues of national importance, empowerment of women, security and protection to marginalised community, expansion of banking network to rural areas and bank account of every Nepali citizen have been stressed in the manifesto, stating that Push 27 in the Nepali calendar every year, the birth anniversary of unifier of modern Nepal, Prithvi Narayan Shah, will be celebrated as the national unity day. 

The party has promised the production of 10 thousands megawatt of electricity within the next 10 years and implementation of the concept of one house one employment to see the two percent more economic growth within such period and increase of people’s access to healthcare facilities by establishing a new health facility as of the standard of Bir Hospital in every province and expansion of roadways network nationwide in the manifesto.

The manifesto also promises to construct Kathmandu-Hetauda road tunnel, Kathmandu-Jumla highway, Kathmandu Outer Ring Road, Mechi-Mahakali postal highway, Mechi-Mahakali highway, mid-hill highway, Kathmandu-Terai fast track and Mechi-Kali electric railway.