Himal Press 
JANAKPURDHAM: Nepali Congress (NC) General Secretary Pradeep Paudel has said that his party will make every possible political effort to save the Madhesh provincial government led by his party.
Speaking at a press conference in Janakpurdham on Friday, Paudel said the party would do its best to ensure the continuation of the government led by Chief Minister Krishna Prasad Yadav.
Paudel also revealed that party President Gagan Kumar Thapa held discussions with CPN-UML Chairperson KP Sharma Oli on ways to give continuity to the NC-led coalition government in Madhesh.
“Our party president held discussions with the UML chair a few days ago. The talks were focused on finding ways to continue the NC-led government,” Paudel said. “We will make efforts, but that does not mean we should do just anything to form a government.”
He added that talks were also underway with other parties to ensure the government’s continuity.
“It is not possible to form a government in Madhesh without a coalition,” he said. “Discussions are also underway with Upendra Yadav’s party to secure the required numbers.”
Paudel also accused the government led by Balendra Shah of operating in violation of established rules and procedures.
“People have placed great trust in this government, but it is being run contrary to established rules and procedures,” he said.
Accusing the government of targeting the NC for questioning its alleged wrongdoing, Paudel said the recent allegations against the party president were part of the same effort.
He further claimed that the government was attempting to interfere in the internal affairs of the NC.
