- Former King Gyanendra Shah urged the government to expedite reconstruction of flood-damaged infrastructure and provide timely aid to affected families.
- He emphasized building a self-reliant economy and cautioned that foreign assistance must respect Nepal’s national dignity and local traditions.
- Shah expressed concerns over political and economic instability, calling for national unity and urging the youth to lead the country's future.
Kathmandu, Nepal: Former King Gyanendra Shah has called on the government to speed up the reconstruction of flood-damaged infrastructure and provide timely assistance to people affected by recent disasters.
In his message on the occasion of Vijaya Dashami, Shah said the government should give priority to rebuilding damaged infrastructure and helping affected families recover their homes and livelihoods.
Referring to flooding in the Bhotekoshi and Budhi Gandaki areas and damage caused by continuous rainfall, he stressed the need for a prompt response. He also urged the government to exercise caution when accepting foreign assistance, saying national dignity and local traditions should be respected.
Shah expressed concern over the country's political, constitutional, judicial, economic and administrative conditions. He called for greater political stability and urged political actors to follow democratic processes and work to improve the economy.
On economic issues, the former king called for a self-reliant economy and said the country should reduce its dependence on others. He also expressed confidence in young people, urging them to take responsibility for Nepal's future.
Shah called on Nepalis to work towards national unity at a time of political uncertainty and economic difficulty.
His message comes as communities affected by recent floods face the task of restoring damaged infrastructure and livelihoods. The extent of the damage and the resources needed for reconstruction remain important challenges for the government.
