Kathmandu— The National Assembly in Kathmandu is holding a meeting today at 1:15 PM, with Home Minister Sudan Gurung set to address lawmakers' questions regarding the ministry's preparedness for monsoon-induced disasters. Additionally, Minister Gita Chaudhary will present the Infectious Animal Diseases (Control) Bill.

Disaster Management Focus

NA Member Kamala Panta is scheduled to raise concerns about the government's readiness for disaster management during the monsoon season. With heavy rains and potential flooding, lawmakers are keenly interested in ensuring that emergency response measures are in place.

The meeting will also see Minister Sita Badi addressing questions related to her ministry’s initiatives concerning women, children, gender, and social security.

Policy Tabled

Minister for Agriculture, Forest and Environment Gita Chaudhary is expected to introduce the Infectious Animal Diseases (Control) Bill 2083. This legislation aims to regulate and control infectious diseases affecting animals, which could have significant implications for public health and agricultural productivity.

Committee Meetings

Five parliamentary committees are scheduled to meet today as part of the National Assembly’s agenda. The Finance Committee, Women and Social Affairs Committee, State Affairs and Good Governance Committee, Education, Health and Information Technology Committee, and Monitoring and Evaluation of Implementation Committees will discuss various policy issues.

(With inputs from Rising Nepal)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.