Kathmandu, Feb 17 : A delegation from the Federation of Contractors’ Associations of Nepal (FCAN) today called on Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Top Bahadur Rayamajhi and apprised him of issues existing in the construction sector.

The delegation led by FCAN President Rabi Singh drew the government attention towards various persisting issues relating to refundable deposit amount, deadline extension, withdrawal of VAT in diesel price, fine, interest and additional charge, peace and security, project handover, credit line commission, price hike and COVID-19 safety standards, among others. The FCAN delegation also presented possible ways for solution.

The construction sector has faced liquidity crisis due to impact of COVID-19 and it is highly necessary to give back the five percent refundable deposit to contractors on the basis of bank securities so as to revive the sector which had remained almost shut due to the post-COVID-19 liquidity crisis, the delegation insisted.

The delegation apprised the Minister about serial-wise attacks and incidents of arsons being carried out targeting contractors and constructions machinery at different parts of the country lately and demanded stringent action against the perpetrators.

FCAN vice president Aang Dorji Lama (AD), deputy general secretary Tanka Prasad Chaulagain, treasurer Hiran Kumar Shrestha, executive committee member Ashok Kumar KC and office chief Prem Singh Aier were in the delegation.RSS

KATHMANDU, July 1: Nepal Communist Party leader Top Bahadur Rayamajhi has said that the agreement between Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli and Chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal to head the government turn by turn has not formally entered in the party committees.

“I heard about the agreement from media sources. Few days after Dahal revealed about the agreement that he and Oli will head the government based on equality, he, himself, said Oli will become prime minister for full five year term,” said Rayamajhi talking to Rishi Dhamala in a radio interview Nepali Bahas broadcast on Nepali Radio Network.

“But the issue has not been formally raised and discussed in party committees. Therefore I cannot say anything about the agreement.”

“What should we believe?”

“But, if they have reached the deal to become prime minister for equal period of time, the agreement should be implemented.”

KATHMANDU, May 3: Ruling party Nepal Communist Party lawmaker Top Bahadur Rayamajhi has argued that the government should distribute every lawmaker Rs 100 million each in order to fulfill the aspirations of the people.

“The representatives can complete the projects in their respective constituencies on their own. The people also want the same,” he said talking to Rishi Dhamala at a radio program Nepali Bahas on Friday.

“But the government should first bring laws that would stop the abuse of the money before distributing them to the lawmakers,” added Rayamajhi.

According to him the government’s policies and programs for the fiscal year 2019/20 should include all the 77 districts of the country.

“The policies and programs should meet people’s mandates,” he said.

The government is presenting its policies and programs for the upcoming fiscal year today.

He also said that the party is preparing to form politburo soon.

KATHMANDU, June 12: Ruling Nepal Communist Party standing committee member and former deputy prime minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi has argued that the budget for the fiscal year 2018/19 unveiled by the government has failed to present the overall roadmap of nation development.

“The budget could not excite people as it was no different than traditional ones introduced by the erstwhile governments,” he added while speaking at an interaction program organized by the Reporters’ Club Nepal on Tuesday.

“The government talks about the economic prosperity. But its working ways are not satisfactory. I am not happy with the government’s working style. I don’t find any basis to become satisfied with the budget. I am hopeful though,” he added.

On a different note, he said that it was a matter of pride that Gurkha soldiers were deployed to guard the Trump-Kim summit in Singapore. “It is a proof how much the world trust Nepali people. It is a matter of happiness to every Nepalis.” He added.

KATHMANDU, Aug 31: Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, Deputy parliamentary party leader of CPN (Maoist Center), has said that alliance with CPN-UML is possible in the upcoming third round of local level elections slated for September 18 in Province 2.

“Maoist Center is ready for alliance with any political parties. We will reach a conclusion after carrying out discussion,” said Rayamajhi while speaking during an interaction program organized by the Reporters’ Club Nepal on Thursday.

“Alliance with UML is also possible,” he added.

He, however, said that Maoist Center has not placed any party as top priority for poll alliance.

“We will start open discussion with various parties. If not no understanding is formed with any parties, Maoist Center can contest alone,” he added.

Rayamajhi also claimed that MC would become the first party in the upcoming local polls. “Our party has always fought for the rights of Madhesi people, indigenous and  Tharu community and women. Maoist Center has always played an important and decisive role in the national politics,” he said adding, “People believe us. We will become the top party in Madhes again and again.”

KATHMANDU,        Aug 14: Deputy Leader of CPN (Maoist Center)’s Parliamentary Party Top Bahadur Rayamajhi has stressed the need to align the past agreements made between India and Nepal according to the contemporary needs.

Speaking during an interaction program organized by the Reporters’ Club Nepal on Monday on the occasion of the 70^th Indian Independence Day, Rayamajhi said, “Nepal-India bilateral relation traces back to ancient times. Despite some disputes, we have developed a positive relationship. Many agreements and treaties have been made in the past. The accords need reconsideration and modification as per the contemporary needs.”

On the occasion, leader Rayamajhi also said that his party would vote in favor of the for the under-discussion constitution amendment proposal, adding that the government was making serious effort in gathering two-thirds majority in support of the bill to get it endorsed through t he parliament.

However he said that support from his party would not be enough to endorse the proposal. He added, “Constitution does not fulfill each and every demands of Maoist Center. Neither has it met all the expectation of the Nepali Congress nor the main opposition CPN-UML. The Rastriya Janata Party Nepal leaders must realize it and show some flexibility on their stance.”

KATHMANDU, July 15: Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, leader of CPN (Maoist Center), has said that he was not lured by the minister’s chair.

“I have got the minister’s job several times. I don’t need to compete,” he said while speaking at an interaction program organized by the Reporters’ Club Nepal on Saturday.

“I am a deputy parliamentary party leader. I am in a position where I can recommend names of the minister.” he added.

Leader Ramajhi also expressed his belief that the government will get full shape in the next few days.

“All the agreements regarding ministries and the post have been made,” he added.

Rayamajhi also argued that the parties should not waste time in constitution amendment matters. “The government must focus its attention on conducting the third round of local election and remaining other election. It’s important.”

He however added that the government is bidding to get the amendment proposal endorsed through the parliament.