RSP senior leader Balen Shah says party will deliver results, not just ask for votes

KATHMANDU: Senior leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Balendra Shah, has said that his party is committed to delivering tangible results for the people rather than merely seeking votes during elections.

Addressing a public gathering in Dhangadhi on Wednesday, Shah stated that RSP has come to the people to ask for work, not votes. “We have not come here to beg for votes. We have come to ask for work. Give us your list of problems and tasks, and we will deliver,” Shah told the crowd.

He said that even if people choose not to vote for RSP, the party would still work to develop Sudurpashchim. Emphasizing performance over personality, Shah dramatically removed his glasses and said people should judge the party by its work, not by appearances. “You don’t need to look into our eyes — just look at our work. Even if you don’t vote for us, give us your work list. We will show results,” he added.

Focus on Sudurpashchim’s Development

Shah pledged that RSP would take responsibility for fulfilling the long-standing development dreams of Sudurpashchim Province. He said the party’s key political agenda includes comprehensive regional development and cultural integration of the province with the rest of the country.

RSP has prioritized quality education and accessible healthcare for underprivileged and poor citizens, stressing that no one should be deprived of basic services simply because they cannot afford them. Shah criticized delays in development projects and the political bias that often hampers infrastructure work.

Referring to road construction, he said projects that traditionally take decades to complete would be finished within 18 months under RSP’s leadership.

No Political Discrimination in Development

Shah said development should not be influenced by party affiliation and pledged to build roads and infrastructure that serve supporters of all political parties, including the Nepali Congress, CPN-UML, and CPN (Maoist Centre).

“Development should not discriminate. The roads we build should be used by everyone — regardless of political belief,” he said.

Promoting Tourism and Local Identity

Highlighting Sudurpashchim’s tourism potential and natural heritage, Shah urged greater focus on promoting iconic destinations such as Badimalika, Ramaroshan, and Khaptad National Park.

He also criticized outdated political slogans like “turning Nepal into Switzerland,” saying the country should instead showcase its own unique identity to the world. Shah stressed the need to culturally connect Sudurpashchim with Kathmandu and bring the “distant west” emotionally and culturally closer to the nation’s center.

“From Sudur (Far) to Sunjik (Close)”

Shah concluded by reiterating that his visit was not solely for electoral gains but to build a working partnership with the people. “Our goal is to turn ‘Sudur’ (far) into ‘Sunjik’ (close). Tell us what work needs to be done. We are here to work with you — and we will deliver.”