Kathmandu: CPN (UML) lawmaker Raghuji Pant has stated that Nepal’s existing constitution does not recognize the monarchy, dismissing any possibility of its restoration. Speaking during a special session of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Saturday, Pant emphasized that discussions on reviving the monarchy were futile.

Misleading Narratives Undermine Progress, Says Pant
Pant criticized efforts to spread “illusion and frustration” among the public through certain media outlets and social platforms. He argued that such narratives falsely claim no significant progress has occurred since Nepal transitioned to a federal democratic republic in 2008.

“The reality is different,” Pant said. “In the 15 years since the abolition of the monarchy and the adoption of the federal system, the living standards of a majority of Nepalis have improved significantly. The income of Nepali citizens has increased nearly threefold, and democracy has been strengthened.”

Federal Republic Embraces Diversity and Inclusion
Pant pointed out that the federal democratic system has opened doors for inclusive representation in the nation’s leadership. “A son from the Terai became the President, a woman from far-east Nepal became the President. Tomorrow, someone from an ethnic or marginalized community could hold the position,” he said.

He stressed that these examples highlight the inclusive and diverse nature of Nepal’s federal republic, which reflects the aspirations of its people. According to Pant, the citizens do not wish for the return of monarchy, and there is no value in debating its revival.

"No Room for Monarchy in the Constitution"
“The current constitution does not recognize monarchy. There is no legal or constitutional space for its return,” Pant stated. He called on those advocating for a royal comeback to stop misleading people and focus on supporting the democratic republic that Nepal has embraced.

Pant’s remarks come at a time when public discussions about monarchy have resurfaced in some quarters of Nepali society, fueled by online campaigns and nostalgia for the past.