Raja, rajauta system abolished, DPM informs Mustangi Raja

Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Bamdev Gautam met with Mustangi Raja Jigme Palbar Bista on Tuesday and informed him about the government's decision to root out the system of Raja, rajauta.

As per the system, there were four petty kings recognised by the government as cultural custodian of certain areas.

There were such nominal kings in Mustang, Salyan, Jajarkot and Bajhang.

During the meeting, Bista accepted the government's decision and promised to work for the welfare of the local culture as a commoner. He also requested the government for support in his health treatment. nepalnews.com sd Oct 08 08