The BRICS TimesCongress leader Udit Raj targeted the BJP over the violence in Nepal, saying the party wants to change the Constitution. He stressed that India’s Constitution is deeply rooted and cannot be uprooted. He added that if it were not so strong, India too would have faced Nepal-like conditions, since the situation in India is worse than Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal in several aspects.
Udit Raj Slams BJP, Warns of Nepal-like Circumstances
Amid rising violence in Nepal, Congress leader Udit Raj accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of attempting to alter the Constitution. He stated that India’s democracy has firm foundations, and no one can weaken its roots. According to him, India’s challenges in unemployment, inflation, and corruption are even more severe compared to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal. He cautioned that if the Indian Constitution was not so strong, the nation would have witnessed turmoil similar to Nepal.
Udit Raj also remarked that after witnessing protests in Nepal, many young Indians are questioning why such movements are not happening in India. He pointed out that despite facing deeper economic and social struggles than Nepal, Indian citizens rely on the strength of the Constitution to maintain stability.
Chief Justice of India Highlights Strength of the Constitution
The Chief Justice of India, B. R. Gavai, also referred to Nepal’s violent protests during a Supreme Court hearing. He said, “We must feel proud of our Constitution. Look at our neighboring countries, just observe what is happening in Nepal.” Justice Vikram Nath added that Bangladesh too has faced similar turmoil, highlighting the fragile nature of governance in neighboring nations.
The case under discussion was linked to the President and Governors’ role in approving bills passed by state legislatures. Earlier in April, the Supreme Court had set a timeline for them to sign such bills, ensuring smooth legislative functioning.
Political Unrest in Nepal Forces Prime Minister to Step Down
Nepal has witnessed massive demonstrations by young citizens against the government. The protests turned so violent that Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli was forced to resign and escape for his safety. The unrest claimed several lives and saw shocking incidents, including the beating of former prime ministers and the brutal killing of a former prime minister’s wife, who was set ablaze by protesters.
With Oli’s exit, public anger shifted toward demanding new leadership. The protesters and political forces eventually pushed for a change in power, leading to the decision of appointing Sushila Karki as Nepal’s interim Prime Minister.
Who is Sushila Karki?
Sushila Karki, set to take charge as Nepal’s interim Prime Minister, was born in Biratnagar in 1952. She shares close ties with India, having completed her post-graduate studies in Political Science at Banaras Hindu University. Karki has also served as a judge in Nepal’s Supreme Court, where she earned recognition for her judicial work.
For years, Karki has remained a vocal critic of Nepal’s governments, consistently supporting democratic values and voicing against corruption. Her appointment reflects the public’s demand for a new and transparent leadership. With her leadership, Nepal enters a new phase of political transition after months of chaos and violence.
