Kathmandu – Senior Vice-President of the Nepali Congress, Bishwa Prakash Sharma, has urged party leaders to move forward by prioritizing the nation over the party, emphasizing the principle and mindset of “Country First, Congress Second.”
Addressing the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected Central Working Committee at the party’s central office in Sanepa on Thursday, Sharma said party leaders must uphold the principle of putting the country first while assuming their responsibilities.
He stressed that all members share equal responsibility for building a modern, transformed and stronger Nepali Congress and contributing to Nepal’s journey toward prosperity.
Sharma also urged the newly elected leaders to work institutionally and with dignity, following the action plan prepared under the leadership of party President Gagan Kumar Thapa. He said members should fulfil their assigned responsibilities in their respective geographical areas and submit progress reports to the central office on time.
Emphasizing accountability and transparency, Sharma said criticism and questions raised against party leaders should be accepted positively. He added that any incorrect allegations or claims should be addressed through healthy and proper institutional procedures.
The senior vice-president also expressed the commitment of the newly elected Central Working Committee to cooperate effectively with the government in addressing the serious challenges associated with change.
Sharma said the party would move forward under President Gagan Kumar Thapa’s leadership with an institutional, organized and effective team spirit, focusing on strengthening the party and contributing to national development.