Nepali Congress (NC) leader Dr Shekhar Koirala, the candidate for Morang Constituency 6, has made his commitment public on Tuesday.
Koirala has mentioned his commitments in 8 main points in his pledge paper.
Which are as follows:
- Strong democracy and full implementation of the constitution. Democratic ideals cannot survive on sentiment alone; they must be institutionalized to endure.
* Active role in parliament for constitutional amendment and full implementation
* Strengthening federalism and full implementation of rights
* Protection of civil liberties, press freedom and the rule of law
* Initiatives to prevent political abuse of public institutions
* Citizen participation system in policy making
* Protection of faith, religion, art, culture and traditions of all ethnic groups
Message: Development is sustainable only when democracy is secure.
2. Industrial renaissance and employment creation Morang 6: The historical foundation of industry.
* Closed/weak industry reopening policy
* Tax concessions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
* Upgrading Biratnagar Airport to a regional airport
* Developing Gudri Bazaar in the PPE model
* Industry-education collaboration (internship-job pipeline)
* Employment priority policy for local youth
* Developing Biratnagar as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
* Attracting production-oriented investment
* Modernizing local markets
Message: ‘Not abroad for employment, but in one’s own region’
3. Flooding/inundation solution and safe infrastructure: permanent solution.
* Long-term master plan for rivers including Budikhola, Keshaliya, Singhiya and Gachhiya
* Construction of embankments
* Scientific drainage and sewage system
* Rainwater management
* Completion of Girija Prasad Koirala Cricket Stadium
* Expansion of early warning system for disasters
Message: Flood control: Protection of life and property
4. Climate-friendly agriculture and farmer protection. Farmers need a system, not sympathy.
* Climate-friendly seeds and technology
* Promotion of drip/sprinkler irrigation
* Fertilizer, seed, market assurance
* Policy to link agricultural production: processing industry
* Expansion of agricultural insurance
* Barren land utilization program
* Promotion of organic farming
Message: Farmers' sweat: Backbone of the economy
5. Education reform and skill-based opportunities are not just degrees.
* Digital classrooms and smart teaching
* Technical/vocational education expansion
* Skill-employment coordination program
Skill-oriented programs for those without higher education
* Upgradation of government schools
* Scholarships and inclusive education
* Upgradation of Madrasas/Gurukuls
Message: Skilled youth are not unemployed
6. Easy access to health and trust in health services: a fundamental right.
* Upgradation of government hospitals
* Affordable treatment management
* Strengthening primary health services
* Systematic implementation of health insurance
* Maternal and child health programs
* Regular free health camps
Message: Access to health: a dignified life
7. Technology, digital services and youth empowerment. The future is digital - preparation is today.
* Establishment of local IT hubs
* Startup funds and concessional loans
* Coding, AI, digital skill training
* Digital employment creation
Message: Digital Nepal from the local level
8. Good governance, transparency and social security development. If corruption is involved, the people will be involved.
* Zero tolerance against corruption
* Digital public service system
* Public grievance registration/resolution room
* Cooperative reform and savings security
* Women's entrepreneurship program
* Youth entrepreneurship fund
* Expansion of senior citizen/disability services
Message: Prosperity is not possible without good governance
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