Janakpurdham, November 15, 2026 — Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has said that improving the lives of people in Madhesh is the party’s foremost responsibility, urging its leaders and members not to betray the public’s trust.
Speaking to journalists at the airport after arriving in Janakpurdham on Saturday to celebrate Chhath, Lamichhane said the party must honour the hopes and confidence people have placed in it.
He said the RSP should not mislead voters with promises it cannot fulfil and should remain committed to delivering what it has pledged.
Commenting on the government’s decision to declare a public holiday for Chhath, Lamichhane said the move reflected respect for the festival’s religious and cultural importance as well as public sentiment.
He stressed that the political opportunity the party currently has should not be used for personal advancement. Instead, it should bring happiness and meaningful change to the people of Madhesh.
Lamichhane also warned that voters could withdraw their support in the next election if the party fails to bring change or distributes election tickets primarily to its own associates.
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Addressing criticism within the party, he said members expressing concerns about the government’s shortcomings should be viewed as evidence of strong internal democracy rather than as a sign of division.
He added that the RSP listens to different voices from Madhesh and across the country and must not take public trust for granted.