Nepali president calls on political parties for consensus and cooperation

Nepali President Ram Baran Yadav has called on all the political parties and citizens for consensus and cooperation.

Inaugurating a week-long celebration to mark the 100th anniversary of Pharping HydroPower House, oldest power project of the country, Yadav urged all to make efforts for institutionalizing the democracy in the country.

"We are fighting for democracy since a long time period but we have not been able to accept the change," he said.

He also lauded the contribution made by the Nepali people to achieve the democracy.

He highlighted the need of consensus among the political parties to strengthen the democracy and to move ahead in unison and create a sustainable environment for country's development.

The president also observed the electricity production in the power house, its operation and protection department.

On the occasion, a live energy museum was inaugurated and a centenary souvenir was released.

Source: Xinhua