The Bagmati Provincial Assembly will meet today at 11 AM to begin discussions on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The session is expected to focus on spending plans, financial priorities, and possible changes to proposed expenses.
Secretary of the Provincial Assembly, Ram Kumar Paudel, confirmed that the session will go ahead as scheduled. He stated that the meeting will include a response from Minister for Finance and Planning, Kundan Raj Kafle, after members have discussed the key points of the budget.
Once the budget debate is complete, members of the Assembly will be allowed to propose expenditure cuts. These proposals can help adjust or remove certain parts of the spending plan that lawmakers feel are unnecessary or too costly.
This session comes after two previous budget meetings were postponed. The delays were caused by strong disagreements between the ruling side and the opposition. These disputes made it difficult for the Assembly to move forward with official talks.
Speaker Bhuvan Kumar Pathak said the Assembly is working hard to ensure today’s meeting runs smoothly. He added that both sides have been urged to allow proper debate and avoid any actions that could block the process.
The provincial budget plays a key role in managing local development, infrastructure, health, education, and other services. Any delay in passing the budget can affect how funds are used and slow down work on public projects.
This year’s budget plan is expected to cover a range of sectors. The Finance Minister will likely explain how money will be spent, how much revenue is expected, and what steps are being taken to manage costs.
Local lawmakers have raised concerns about rising expenses in some departments. Others are asking for more funds to be directed toward health care, road repairs, and job creation programs. These topics are expected to be major points of discussion during the debate.
The Assembly is also considering plans to make the budget more transparent. Lawmakers have asked for better reporting systems so they can track how money is used in each sector.
The Finance Ministry may also face questions about past spending. Several members want a full update on last year’s budget and whether targets were met. This information will help guide decisions on this year’s spending.
The outcome of today’s Bagmati budget meeting will be closely watched by citizens and local leaders. The budget affects services in all 13 districts under Bagmati Province, and its approval is key for starting new projects on time.
Many people hope that both ruling and opposition members will work together this time. Public expectations are high, especially as the region deals with inflation and demands for better services.
If the meeting proceeds without interruption, the Assembly could move quickly to approve the budget. This would allow departments to begin work as soon as the new fiscal year starts.
Speaker Pathak repeated his call for unity and urged all sides to respect the importance of the meeting. He said the people of Bagmati expect responsible behavior from their elected representatives.
As the Bagmati budget meeting gets underway, the focus will remain on cooperation, accountability, and smart use of public funds. How lawmakers handle today’s session could shape the pace of development across the province for the year ahead.
