Monsoon Session of Federal Parliament to Begin Friday

Kathmandu: The Monsoon Session of Nepal’s Federal Parliament is set to commence Friday at 1 PM at the Federal Parliament Building in New Baneshwor, Kathmandu. The session was called by President Ramchandra Paudel on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers.

Constitutional Basis and Timing 

According to Article 93 of the Constitution of Nepal, the President may summon either or both Houses of Parliament from time to time. However, there must not be a gap of more than six months between two consecutive sessions.

• The previous Winter Session ended on Chaitra 18 (March-end).

• This Monsoon Session is constitutionally significant as it includes the annual budget presentation and related legislative processes.

President to Address Joint Session

As per constitutional provision, the President can address the joint session of both Houses during the first session of the year. This address will include the government’s policy and program for the fiscal year.

• The policy and program statement is scheduled for Baisakh 19 (April 30).

• The session is also commonly known as the Budget Session, as it will lead up to the annual budget presentation on Jestha 15 (May 28).

Pre-Budget Discussion from Baisakh 28

A pre-budget discussion will begin from Baisakh 28 (May 10), as mandated by law, which requires that deliberations on budget priorities and principles take place at least 15 days prior to the official budget announcement.

• Parliament will engage in discussion on the principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill.

• The session is expected to also push forward two long-awaited bills: the Federal Civil Service Act and the School Education Bill.

Secretariat Ready for Smooth Session

The Parliament Secretariat has completed all logistical and technical preparations required for the smooth operation of the session, according to Secretariat spokesperson Ekram Giri.