Kathmandu – Constitution Day and National Day 2082 is being celebrated this year as well with various programs across the country. The main ceremony was held this morning at the Army Pavilion in Tundikhel under the chief guestship of President Ram Chandra Paudel. Prime Minister Sushila Karki addressed the program.

Former Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai, former Speaker Devraj Ghimire, National Assembly Chairman Narayan Dahal and other ministers participated in the program. However, top leaders of the three major political parties were not seen in the program.

Nepal’s Constitution was declared on Ashoj 3, 2072 BS by the Constituent Assembly as the outcome of the Nepali people’s long struggle and sacrifices. Following the second Constituent Assembly election, the assembly promulgated the “Constitution of Nepal 2072” after tireless efforts and long debates.