At a time when King Gyanendra is facing criticism for February 1 takeover of last year, former chairman of the Raj Parishad Standing Committee, Dr Keshar Jung Rayamajhi, has said that all sides should cooperate His Majesty the King for fulfilling His Majesty’s wish to establish peace.

Speaking at the same programme, assistant Minister for Environment, Science and Technology Pratap Ram Lohar said that it was the responsibility of all to hold the municipal elections successfully as per the wish of the King.

Speaking at a ‘National Open Short-story Recitation Competition and Award Distribution’ programme organized to mark the 35th auspicious birthday of Crown Prince Paras, Rayamajhi stressed on national consensus for the establishment of peace.

On the occasion, he gave away the shield and certificates to the winners of the competition including Raju Ram Munakarmi, Agib Banepali, Madhab Lamichhane and Ujjwol Dhungel who secured first, second and third positions respectively in the competition. He also distributed certificates to the 7 outstanding competitors.

Speaking at the same programme, nominated assistant Minister for Environment, Science and Technology Pratap Ram Lohar said that it is the responsibility of all sides to hold the municipal election successfully as per the wish of the King.

He claimed that the royal takeover was aimed at establishing lasting peace in the country and combat corruption that prevailed in the country.