Govt decides to initiate dialogue with Terai armed groups

The government has decided to immediately kick-start dialogue with armed groups operating in Terai.

A cabinet meeting held at Singha Durbar on Wednesday reached the conclusion after being briefed by Minister for Peace and Reconciliation Janardhan Sharma, who is also the coordinator of the government talks team, on the achievement so far in this regard.

After listening to Minister Sharma, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal directed the talks team to initiate the talks as soon as possible while the cabinet members pledged their full support for it, it's been learnt.

Following informal meetings with leaders of rebel groups, Minister Sharma yesterday told reporters that the talks with the armed groups had been positive and that they the rebel groups are ready for meaningful with the government. nepalnews.com Nov 19 08

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