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Former king says he feels sad, betrayed
KATHMANDU, MAY 25 -
A “sad and betrayed” former king Gyanendra Shah on Tuesday said that though it is not yet time for him to become politically active, such a moment could come in the future.
In a televised interview on ‘Image Channel’, the former king said he feels “sad and betrayed” by the decision to oust the monarchy.
“The time is not appropriate to do anything. But I think such a time could come in the future,” he said, responding to a query on why he remained a mute spectator to the deepening political stalemate in the country.
He also said that there is a need to preserve the nationality and dignity of the people. The former king also said he hasn’t been given full justice as a common citizen.
“I feel a little sad, not guilty, because many things could have been avoided. Sometimes I feel I was betrayed, while some other time I feel people are yet to feel and understand the impact,” he added.
He said the state has deprived him of facilities in Nagarjuna as he continues to face loadshedding and water shortage.
He also had reservations on the ruling parties’ and the UCPN (Maoist) allegations that he was trying to fish in troubled waters. He said the political leaders should demonstrate the ability to listen to the views of the citizens.
Posted on: 2010-05-26 07:51
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