Maoists trying to stage constitutional coup: Sushil

Nepali Congress president Sushil Koirala has accused the UCPN (Maoist) of trying to stage "constitutional coup" to remain in power.

NC President Sushil Koirala

Speaking at a media gathering organised by the Press Union in Parbat Tuesday, Koirala said the attempt to forcefully introduce ordinances is a move towards "constitutional coup". He made it clear that no amendment in the Interim Constitution was possible without consensus.

He also blamed UCPN (Maoist) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal for prolonged deadlock, claiming that Dahal has obstructed the efforts to find consensus.

The NC chief also reiterated that the NC might agree for reinstatement of the Constituent Assembly provided there is a national unity government. nepalnews.com