Kathmandu, Sep 13: The Nepali Congress has rejected the recent dissolution of the House of Representatives, warning that the move threatens the country’s democratic achievements.

Prime Minister Sushila Karki, appointed on the strength of the Gen Z protests, dissolved parliament on Friday with approval from President Ramchandra Paudel. The decision has sparked widespread concern across political circles.

In a Central Executive Committee meeting on Saturday, the Nepali Congress described the action as “unconstitutional” and “contrary to the Constitution and Supreme Court interpretation.” The party argued that the move not only undermines democracy but also risks eroding the values and goals of the Gen Z movement.

The meeting, chaired by Vice President Purna Bahadur Khadka, was attended by provincial leaders, chief ministers, and heads of parliamentary parties. Party President Sher Bahadur Deuba was absent while recovering from injuries sustained during clashes with protesters.

Earlier, on September 10, the Congress had urged the President to resolve the crisis constitutionally and through dialogue with all stakeholders. The party proposed amending the Constitution to allow an interim government led by a figure supported by the Gen Z movement, followed by fresh elections.

“This plan could have ensured shared responsibility, addressed protestors’ demands, and provided a solution within the framework of the Constitution,” the party said.

People’s News Monitoring Service