Kathmandu: Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Indira Rana Magar, has emphasized the need for an integrated law on child protection. Speaking at a program organized by the Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities Municipal Coordination Council in Rampur, Palpa, on Wednesday, Deputy Speaker Rana highlighted the lack of clarity in the existing child protection laws.

“The child protection laws are not clear; there is a need for legislation that covers all children,” she stated. Rana also emphasized the importance of an integrated law that ensures state protection for children who are blind, orphaned, or have parents in prison. She mentioned that her entry into politics was driven by her commitment to advocating for such laws.

Deputy Speaker Rana further remarked on the need to regulate domestic alcohol production, suggesting that its regulated use could support the livelihoods and prosperity of indigenous communities.

She also pointed out the unhealthy nature of political competition in Nepal, where individuals seek to establish themselves by undermining others, and stressed the importance of unity. “When necessary, we must unite and move forward in the best interests of our country, society, and community,” she added.

Rana advised the Indigenous Nationalities community to prioritize education and compete for leadership roles, emphasizing the need to be capable of assuming responsibilities within the state apparatus.

Additionally, she acknowledged the beauty of the Kaligandaki Corridor road but noted that landslides have caused significant damage at various points. She committed to discussing the necessary improvements with Finance Minister Bishnu Poudel. During the program, leaders of the Federation of Indigenous Nationalities presented a memorandum outlining the region’s issues.