Are you satisfied with performance of the government?
The government has been unable to a satisfactory job.

Isn't it double standards to criticise the government you are part of?
We haven't been able to work in accordance with the aspirations of the people. I am just bringing out that fact in public.

The government hasn't worked like a coalition. The status-quoist mentality within the Nepali Congress has been a major hindrance in the functioning of the government. Even the UML is reluctant to break free from the old ways.

How do you rate your own performance?
I am not disappointed, but I am not satisfied either. I haven't been able to do what I thought I could.

What are some of the achievements of government?
The consensus on a republic and the amendment of the constitution authorising parliament to remove the king are among the achievements. In our [Maoist-held] ministries we have succeeded in breaking the passivity of the state machinery, while working to check irregularities and corruption.

On what issues do you not agree with the government?
The promotion of army officers. One of the important aspects of conflict resolution is the restructuring of the security apparatus. While on one hand the PLA has not been given the bare minimum and there are games being played to reduce its numbers, the army is gaining strength. We fear there is a relationship between the palace and the Congress.

There was also not enough discussion about the budget in the cabinet. The budget is very traditional and does not address the many changes that have taken place, like local autonomy.