Jul 14, Kathmandu - In a scene reminiscent of the saying "No matter how much you try, shame remains," the relationship between the government and the Parliament continues to be strained. On Tuesday, during a session of the House of Representatives, a notable incident occurred when Prime Minister Balendra Shah and Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane entered the Parliament building amidst opposition protests.

The opposition, led by the CPN-UML, accused the House of being misused as a platform for trivial disputes, criticizing lawmakers for turning parliamentary proceedings into unnecessary brawls. 

During the session, while Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) MP Khushbu Oli was presenting her views, Prime Minister Balen Shah and RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane simultaneously entered the chamber. Although their presence was considered significant given the ongoing discussions on national issues, UML MP Aishwarya Mahara raised concerns about the manner of their entry, citing parliamentary rules.

MP Mahara pointed out the procedural aspects, questioning how any honorable member or the Prime Minister could enter the chamber while others were speaking, suggesting it might have violated decorum. Some MPs present in the session remarked that the UML’s protest seemed to be an attempt to find unnecessary pretexts instead of welcoming the Prime Minister, who was there to uphold the dignity of Parliament.

The Prime Minister, who has been a key opposition figure for some time, entered the chamber during a session designated as 'Zero Hour' and 'Special Time.' Despite facing serious questions from the opposition, it remains uncertain whether the Prime Minister will respond to them in this session.

While critics accuse the Prime Minister of avoiding parliamentary accountability, the opposition’s procedural objections and their double standards—criticizing the Prime Minister for not attending and then obstructing proceedings when he does—have intensified political debates in the House on Tuesday.