Kathmandu — CPN-UML Central Committee member Mahesh Bartual has criticized Nepal’s current government, saying it is trying to hold on to power by creating fear instead of preparing for elections. He said the country is drifting away from democracy and the constitution, adding that restoring democratic order has become Nepal’s most urgent need.
“The government seems more interested in avoiding elections than holding them,” Bartual said. “Rather than building an environment for free and fair polls, it is ruling through intimidation and fear.”
Election or Parliament — Two Paths Ahead
Bartual said Nepal now faces two clear choices: either hold timely elections or reinstate the dissolved parliament to restore democratic balance. “If there are no elections and no representative body, the country will head toward a serious constitutional crisis,” he warned.
He added that if parliament is reinstated, a national consensus government involving all political parties should be formed to bring stability and rebuild public trust.
Understanding the Aspirations of Gen Z
Bartual also highlighted the growing frustration among young Nepalis. “The hopes and expectations of the Gen Z generation must be understood,” he said. “Ignoring their voices could deepen the political divide in the future.”
He urged all political forces to come together under a shared commitment to protect the constitution and democratic system, and to work collectively to solve national challenges and build a stable foundation for the future.
