In his first political meeting after resignation as Prime Minister,
Maoist chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal met CPN (UML) chairman Jhala Nath
Khanal at the latter's residence in Chhauni Wednesday morning.
During an hour-long meeting, the duo discussed how the worsening relations
between the two parties after UML's withdrawal of the government thereby
leading the Dahal-led government coalition fall apart. Khanal said
formation of "national consensus government" and constitution-making
process were discussed at the meeting.
He said Dahal showed a bit of agitation and disappointment over the recent
developments. "I found him somewhat agitated and at the same time he
expressed his disappointment."
Dahal told reporters after the meeting that they agreed to continue the
politics of cooperation and consensus not to let the peace process derail.
Asked by the reporters about his controversial video tape of his speech,
Dahal refused to comment but vowed to bring out the party's view shortly.
He also dodged query on the perceived threats to cadres of other parties
in the districts by Maoist cadres.
Similarly, Khanal informed journalists quoting PM Dahal that obstruction
in the House would continue until the President admits his mistake and
revokes the decision against government action against the army chief.
Khanal said that he informed the PM about threats issued by the Maoists in
various districts including Ramechhap and Kailali.
In Kailali, Maoist cadres reportedly issued warning to those supporting
President's move to leave the district immediately. In Ramechhap, they had
warned the UML and NC members to leave district. nepalnews.com ia May 06 09
