Mahaabhiyan withdraws all protest programs

Kathmandu, Nov 23: The Mahaabhiyan for the Protection of Nation, Nationality, Religion, Culture and Citizens has withdrawn its programmes of protests and others scheduled to be held from today. 

The Mahaabhiyan has withdrawn its protest programs following talks and agreement signed at the Prime Minister's residence in Baluwatar.

The memorandum of understanding has been signed by the Prime Minister's Chief Advisor Ajaya Bhadra Khanal and Secretary Premdeep Limbu on behalf of the Mahaabhiyan. Discussions were held at length regarding the 27-point demands raised by the Mahaabhiyan during the talks and an agreement was reached through continuous discussions, negotiations and facilitation. The government has agreed to address the legitimate issues raised by the Mahaabhiyan, keeping in mind the current situation of law and order in the country, reads a statement.

Following the agreement, the Nepal Bandh and indefinite general strike programs announced by the Mahaabhiyan starting from today have also been withdrawn and only peaceful programs shall be held. An agreement has also been held to hold the next round of talks with the Mahaabhiyan leadership as soon as possible. (RSS)