The Election Commission (EC) has said it will require at least Rs two billion to hold constituent assembly elections successfully on the scheduled date.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Bhoj Raj Pokhrel
(File photo)
Chief Election Commissioner Bhoj Raj Pokharel informed about the EC’s budget requirement during a meeting with the representatives of the donor communities at the commission’s office on Friday.

He also said the security situation in the Terai districts is improving in recent days and urged all sides to extend support for holding the election in a peaceful manner.

Head of the United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN) Ian Martin, ambassadors of European nations, China and others were present at the meeting.

The representatives of the donor community expressed their readiness to support the Nepal government and the EC in holding the constituent assembly elections, stressing that elections are essential for establishing peace and stability in Nepal. nepalnews.com ia Feb 01 08