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VOL. 28, NO. 09, Nov 14 , 2008 (Kartik 29 2065 B.S.) |
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The wrangling being carried on by the ruling Maoist party and other political parties, in and out of the government, regarding the integration or adjustment of the Maoist combatants is leading the unfortunate country to unnecessary confrontation. It is, indeed, the clear reflection of the impious intentions all the political parties are suffering from. If the Maoist leaders are maneuvering to indoctrinate the Nepali army in their own political ideology, other political parties are scheming to unseat the Maoists from the government. Indeed, the Maoist combatants must be given choices what they would like to do. There are so many alternatives. For those who would like to stay in the armed forces, they must come through the recognized process. Because, the sanctity of the army cannot be defiled to satisfy the whims of a few self-centered politicians. No patriotic Nepali would even think of demeaning the stature of the Nepali army, which is the last resort of defending Nepali sovereignty. Advocating and insisting on the integration of the politically indoctrinated combatants who never had a systematic training and disciplined life and behavior, into the Nepali army without undergoing the centuries old and world accepted prescribed procedures would only reflect anti-nationalism. If the Maoist leaders who have become a part of the government, are really sincere and want the good of the country and the people, they must listen to reason and not insist on illogical and unreasonable demand, which will never be fulfilled. Many knowledgeable people have started to think that this kind of foolish wrangling could only be a ploy to lengthen the Maoist leadership in the government. The Nepali people are gradually getting disillusioned with the Maoist leadership because of their short sighted policies, nepotism and familitism. The Maoist leaders are not that naive not to read the writings on the wall that grave dangers are lurking round the corner. If they are really wise and would like to enjoy the goodies and privileges of being in the government for a longer period, they would think of the country first and not of their party. Else, their obduracy is sure to land them in great peril. We do trust good advice and wisdom will prevail.
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