MoFA shall not interfere but facilitate NRNA: Foreign Minister Rana

Kathmandu, Nov 6: Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Arzu Rana has said that all the problems facing the Non-resident Nepalese Association (NRNA) should be addressed according to the law.     

During a discussion with NRNA activists at the ministry on Wednesday, Minister Rana said the ministry does not intervene in NRNA it always plays the role of a facilitator.     

Expressing displeasure over the recent criticism of the NRNA, she urged all concerned to move forward with unity, as differences of opinion in the NRNA was hampering its potential of working in the interest of the country.     

On the occasion, NRNA founding president Dr Upendra Mahato said that unity is not impossible if everyone gives up their stubbornness.     

Former President Sesh Ghale shred about problems facing the NRNs including not being able to enjoy the benefits despite the NRN citizenship, problem in taking back the return of investments in Nepali companies.     

Ghale also held the opinion that it was a natural and democratic process for various groups to go to court with their grievances.     

Speaking on the occasion, NRNA President Dr Badri KC said that it was positive that the Foreign Minister invited the NRNA office-bearers to seek a solution through discussion.     

Former NRNA president Bhawan Bhatt and other activists including Kul Acharya, Binod Kunwar and Janaki Gurung also participated in the discussion.     

Also taking part in the discussion were Foreign Secretary Sewa Lamsal, Joint Secretary Amrit Rai, Laxman Khanal, Pushkar Nepal among others.(RSS)