Harka Sampang used his first address in the House of Representatives to raise multiple national concerns, sharply criticizing repeated delays in parliamentary proceedings and urging immediate reforms.
Speaking during Thursday’s session, Sampang objected to the late start of the meeting, saying it began nearly 17 minutes behind schedule. He compared it with a previous delay during the oath-taking ceremony and stressed that such practices undermine public trust. “People did not send us here to waste time,” he said, calling on lawmakers to respect every minute and move away from what he described as a culture of delay in governance.
Beyond procedural concerns, Sampang outlined a series of political and policy demands. He called for the cancellation of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) project and urged authorities to strengthen monitoring of activities along Nepal’s border areas. He also proposed initiating discussions on a directly elected executive system, arguing that structural reforms are necessary to improve governance and accountability.
The lawmaker further demanded the formation of a high-level commission to investigate incidents that took place on Bhadra 23 and 24. He emphasized the need for an impartial inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the mobilization of students during protests and the use of force, including gunfire. According to him, accountability must be ensured through transparent investigation processes.
Sampang also highlighted concerns about corruption and inequality, suggesting that property investigations should begin with sitting lawmakers and ministers. He warned against the continued displacement of landless communities through the use of heavy machinery and called for more humane solutions to address their situation.
In the education sector, he proposed a shift in teaching methods, suggesting a model where students spend part of the week in classrooms and the remaining time engaged in productive work. He said such an approach could better connect education with practical skills and national development.
Concluding his remarks, Sampang submitted additional proposals to the Speaker due to time constraints, reiterating that Harka Sampang Parliament demands reflect broader public expectations for reform.
