Kathmandu. Independent lawmaker of the House of Representatives, Mahabir Pun, has advised the new lawmakers to avoid nepotism and favoritism. 

Giving nepotism and favoritism } {{}, Pun stressed on the need to get rid of this virus. 

‘nepotism, favoritism, flattery and servantism are . I want to avoid this virus that has been around for centuries. “The new government and the new lawmakers should try to get rid of this virus. ’

He also said that science and technology should be given high priority for the development of the economy and emphasis should be given on research and innovation such as and .He also demanded that adequate budget be allocated for the same and the formation of a strong ministry.