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High Flying It is time for the RNAC to buy at least
another big aircraft (“Struggling for Survival” SPOTLIGHT November 28). It is a
pity that out national flag carrier only has two aircraft that fly in the international
sectors. Presently, we are witnessing that almost all flights of the RNAC are packed to
capacity. Similar is the case with other airlines operating in Kathmandu. So, it is
unnecessary to worry about the market. Once the aircraft is bought, the market will
automatically open up. Krishna Subedi Important for Tourism It does not make sense that while on the
one hand Nepalese government claims that it is a tourism country and wants to attract as
many tourists as it can, on the other hand, the national flag carrier of this country do
not have more than two aircraft (“Struggling for Survival” SPOTLIGHT November
28). How can a country expect to improve its tourism without buying more aircraft?
Depending on international airlines alone is not wise. Just like Mr. Mohan Khanal has said
in his interview, the government must take measures to create a favorable environment for
the RNAC to prosper – because RNAC’s prosperity means the prosperity of the
country and the improvement in the tourism sector. Khil Nath Sharma Spoilsports Abound I don’t see much possibility for the
RNAC to be able to buy an aircraft without falling into one or another controversy
(“Struggling for Survival” SPOTLIGHT November 28). It is crystal clear that RNAC
needs third aircraft. The recent incident when both its aircraft had to be grounded is a
clear indicator that having merely two aircraft will just not suffice. However, the past
experiences are very nasty as far as RNAC’s attempt to procure aircraft is concerned.
The agencies like CIAA are sure to pounce on the RNAC as soon as the process of
procurement takes off. And then there are media outlets that will put the procurement
process in most bizarre of public scrutiny witnessed in any democratic society. The anti
corruption watchdogs and the media are the two deadliest obstacles before RNAC. Bhisma K.C. Impressive article I am impressed with Dr. Bipin
Adhikari’s article "Enforced Disappearances: A Clean-up too Far"
(SPOTLIGHT November 21. I am surprised that to my knowledge there has been little
publicity of the "Terrorist and Destructive Activities ( Control and Punishment) Act
2002". I am an academic researcher based at the Anthropology Department, The
University of Sydney, and I would appreciate it very much if you could elaborate
about this Act. (Dr.) Vivienne Kondos Exemplary Achievement The story of the achievement of Bangladesh
in rural electrification is commendable. “Setting an Example” (SPOTLIGHT
November 7) It is really a good example of the commitment to the development of a country.
The economic impact on people’s life must be considered the best result brought by
the rural electrification campaign. Nepal, being second richest country in water
resources, can adopt the modus operandi adopted by Bangladesh. As an alternative source,
solar energy has become popular in many villages of our country. It has helped supply a
bit of energy demand while saving precious forest resources. Villagers in a group have
been attracted toward small plants. Many plants have already been established in many
villages. People could benefit if the government would extend the electrification
campaign. The article also clearly showed how the lighting of a bulb in a household brings
about changes in their lifestyles. The fact that households with connection to power had
more income and were more literate suggests that electricity is not merely a commodity but
a vehicle of change. It is the basic infrastructure that can help transform the whole
socio-economics of a community. From health awareness to literacy and from income-earning
capacity to knowledge, electricity can play a major role in every aspect of human
development. As such, it is very disappointing to see that the Maoist rebels have
continued to destroy rural power infrastructures. It will only prove that they are against
the overall development of Nepal. Girish Rana Keen Observation I would like to thank Bipin Adhikari for
his article “An Eagle does not Catch Flies” (SPOTLIGHT Nov. 14) on human rights.
He has given an observant look at the developing situation of the military operation to
weaken the Maoists activities in the country. I fully agree with him. People are not at
ease after the military mobilization. In a very recent incident in the capital an innocent
civilian lost his life for no fault. Life is precious to all and the military are
duty-bound to protect the lives of the people. But the practice of security forces does
not seem too appropriate. As it is said, power tends to corrupt - both the warring groups
have inclined to abuse the basic human rights. When the offence is obvious to the public,
they defend the fact with some kinds of excuses. Confession does not diminish their
importance, it rather establishes them. It is a pity that neither of the side is ready to
realize this fact. Purnima Baidya India’s Double Standard I would like to congratulate chief editor
Madhav Kumar Rimal for his clear and objective opinion on his recent editorial on the
meeting between CPN-UML general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal and three Maoist senior
leaders at the Indian state of Utter Pradesh. When the global communities are fighting
against war on terrorism, Nepal’s neighbor is sheltering, abetting and training
Maoists. As you mentioned, Nepal’s meeting with Maoist leaders in Lucknow is enough
evidence to prove how Indians are promoting terrorism in Nepal. Are not Indian security
agencies and political leaders responsible for killing more than 8,000 Nepalese and
destruction of property worth billions of rupees? Although some Nepalese still ignore to
disclose India’s bad intention and try to cover it up as a Maoist war, your writing
reflected the truth. How long will Indians lie to poor Nepalese? India has to understand
their mistakes in Sri Lanka. India has to bear responsibility for all kinds of anarchism
and terrorism that breed in Nepal. I hope Rimal will continue to write similarly bold and
clear vision protecting Nepal’s interest. Laxman Pradhan |
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