Kathmandu: The winter session of Nepal’s federal parliament is set to commence today at 1:00 PM at the International Convention Centre, New Baneshwor. This session, often referred to as the bill session, is expected to focus on legislative discussions and policy amendments.
According to the federal parliament secretariat, the tentative agenda for both Houses has been made public. Secretariat Spokesperson Ekram Giri stated that the Speaker would read out various letters from the President, including the formal announcement of the winter session. Additionally, as per Rule 10 of the House of Representatives Regulation, 2079, the Speaker will nominate a member to chair the meeting. Lawmakers from different parties are scheduled to express their views regarding the session’s commencement, continuing the tradition of past sessions.
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli will present the Ordinance to Amend Some Nepal Acts Related to Promoting Good Governance and Public Service Delivery, 2081. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Poudel will introduce key ordinances, including the Ordinance Related to Financial Procedure and Fiscal Responsibility (First Amendment), 2081, the Ordinance Related to Privatization (First Amendment), 2081, and the Ordinance to Amend Some Nepal Acts Related to Improving Economic and Business Environment and Investment Promotion, 2081.
Additionally, Minister for Land Management, Cooperatives, and Poverty Alleviation, Bal Ram Adhikari, will present the Ordinance to Amend Some Nepal Acts Related to Cooperatives, 2081, and the Ordinance to Amend Some Nepal Acts Related to Land Management, 2081.
The Speaker is also scheduled to table various condolence motions. Furthermore, the Media Council Bill, 2080, and a report from the Committee on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Bill, 2081 will be presented in the National Assembly meeting.
This session is expected to play a crucial role in shaping Nepal’s legislative framework, especially in governance, financial policies, economic reforms, and media regulations.
