Main opposition Nepali Congress boycotted Monday’s parliamentary sitting, objecting to the government’s order to Nepal Army chief Rookmangud Katawal to furnish clarification, within 24 hours, for not complying with its decisions.

Speaking during the special hour, NC vice-president and lawmaker Ram Chandra Poudel said the government’s move was an attempt to demoralise the army.

While announcing the House boycott, Poudel also came down on Prime Minister for failing to fulfill the commitments he repeatedly made before the House. He also criticised the government for its “failure to curb unruly activities” of Maoist cadres despite promising to do so.

The House was expected to endorse three bills tabled by the government. The NC has also opposed the bills. nepalnews.com mk Apr 20 09