Task Force Holds Talks on Constitutional Amendment

The government’s constitutional reform initiative moved forward on Wednesday as a task force formed to prepare a discussion paper on constitutional amendments scheduled consultations with former attorneys general in Kathmandu.

The committee, led by Prime Minister Balen Shah’s political advisor Asim Shah, is expected to gather legal and constitutional recommendations during the meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.

Officials said the discussions are part of a broader process aimed at collecting expert opinions before preparing the amendment proposal.

Task Force Continues Consultation Process

The task force established to draft a discussion paper on constitutional amendment has intensified consultations with legal experts and former state officials.

According to officials involved in the process, the latest meeting will focus on obtaining views from former attorneys general regarding possible constitutional reforms and areas that may require legal revision.

The interaction is scheduled to take place from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.

Asim Shah Leading the Committee

The committee coordinating the constitutional amendment discussions is headed by Asim Shah, who serves as the political advisor to Prime Minister Balen Shah.

The task force was formed to prepare a structured discussion paper related to constitutional amendment issues. The committee has been holding a series of consultations with individuals connected to the legal and constitutional field in an effort to gather professional recommendations.

Officials involved in the process say the discussions are intended to help shape future debates on constitutional reform.

Former Attorneys General Invited for Legal Input

Former attorneys general have been invited to participate in Wednesday’s consultation session.

The meeting is expected to center on legal interpretations, constitutional practices, and institutional recommendations related to amendment proposals. Participants are likely to share their experiences and perspectives from previous constitutional and legal processes.

The consultation comes as the task force seeks broader expert engagement before finalizing its discussion paper.

Suggestions to Be Collected During Meeting

Task force member-secretary Leeladhar Subedi said the committee plans to collect necessary suggestions from participants during the discussion.

Officials stated that the purpose of the interaction is to listen to expert feedback and compile recommendations that could contribute to the constitutional amendment process.

• The meeting will take place at the Prime Minister’s Office.
• The discussion is scheduled from 3 pm to 5 pm.
• Former attorneys general will provide recommendations.
• The task force is preparing a constitutional amendment discussion paper.

Subedi said the committee is focused on gathering practical and legal viewpoints from experienced individuals involved in constitutional matters.

Previous Discussions Held With Legal Experts

Before the planned consultation with former attorneys general, the task force had already conducted discussions with legal experts.

Those earlier interactions were aimed at collecting broader constitutional opinions and identifying issues that may require further debate.

The committee appears to be continuing a phased consultation approach by meeting different groups connected to the legal sector.

Constitutional Amendment Debate Gains Attention

The constitutional amendment discussion has drawn increasing public and political attention in recent weeks as the government moves ahead with preparatory work.

The formation of the task force and its ongoing consultations indicate that the administration is attempting to build a wider legal and institutional understanding before presenting formal proposals.

Observers say the consultation process could play an important role in shaping future constitutional discussions and determining how amendment-related debates proceed in the coming months.

Focus Remains on Expert Consultation

For now, the task force remains focused on consultation and recommendation collection rather than announcing specific amendment proposals.

Officials involved in the process have emphasized that the current phase is centered on dialogue with experts, legal professionals, and former officials connected to constitutional matters.

With another round of consultations scheduled on Wednesday, the committee is expected to continue gathering opinions as it works toward preparing the constitutional amendment discussion paper.