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Car Bazaar The cover story "Driving In A Buyerís Market" (SPOTLIGHT, November 23) provided a glimpse into the burgeoning car market in the country. Surely for a country this small, the number of models available is outstanding. It is indeed a buyerís market with the manufacturers trying to outdo each other in luring the consumer. The sleek models of cars running through the crowded city thoroughfares are testimony to that. Hopefully, the price of cars would come down considerably, allowing more people to enjoy the ride. Krishna Shrestha Misplaced Priority Though the cover story "Driving In a Buyerís Market" (SPOTLIGHT, November 23) made for a good read, it was clearly out of place. At a time when the country is facing manifold economic, social and political problems, choosing such a story reflects misplaced priority. The percentage of Nepalís population that can afford to buy car is very small. The story did not deserve to be highlighted so much. There are better and more pressing issues of national concern than cars. Sanjiv Bista Affordable To Middle Class It was only after the Indian joint venture cars started to come that the Nepalese middle class could afford the luxury of owning family vehicle ("Driving In a Buyerís Market", SPOTLIGHT, November 23). Earlier when there were only expensive Japanese models available, only a handful of affluent people had cars. But now increasingly even the middle-class people are buying them. This is a very good development. The authorities should also allow Chinese cars into Nepal so that prices come down, making it possible for more Nepalis to buy them. Shikhar Rai Liberalization Gains The growth in vehicle sales points to the rising middle-class population in the country ("Driving In a Buyer's Market", SPOTLIGHT, November 23). This is a good sign for the countryís economic development. The expansion of the middle class suggests that the policy of economic liberalization adopted a decade ago is bearing fruits. If the positive results of this policy is widened and distributed evenly, the country can effectively deal with its persistent problem of poverty. Rita Tamang Trade Talks The deadlock in the Nepal-India trade talks is taking an ominous turn, as less than a month remains for the treatyís renewal ("Coming Closer?", SPOTLIGHT November 9). The two countries should resolve their differences quickly to avoid any unwarranted delay. India needs to show magnanimity, although it has the right to voice its grievances. On the other hand, the Nepalese side needs to seriously take up genuine Indian grievances. Hikmat KC Words Speak Louder Apropos the encounter with Nepali Congress General Secretary Sushil Koirala (SPOTLIGHT, November 9), it is strange to see him asking the government to act tougher against the Maoists. Why does Koirala forget that when he and his uncle, Girija Prasad Koirala, were at the helms of affairs, they could not bring the rebels to the negotiating table. Now that Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has done so, they are accusing him of wobbling his legs. Such double standards have ruined Nepalís political system. Although there is ample room for criticizing Deuba, the Koirala duo have no moral standing to do so. Devesh Karmacharya Interesting Comparisons The comparisons you drew between the British Gurkha soldiersí and Gulf laborerí families were quite interesting and revealing ("Changing Order", SPOTLIGHT, November 9). Financially, the British Gurkha soldiers are far better off than their compatriots working in Gulf states and other places. Furthermore, the soldiers enjoy greater social recognition and status back home. However, we should not overlook the fact that Nepalese laborers abroad have been serving their motherland well by earning precious foreign exchange. There is an urgent need to do something to improve their living conditions as well. Sabita Shakya |
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