Biratnagar, Jan 4 : Nepali Congress central member Dr Sekhar Koirala has claimed that his party was able to protect and promote democracy. Addressing a programme organized here today, central member Dr Koirala said NC was ready to brave any element that endangers democracy.     
    
The programme was organized by Nepal Tarun Dal constituency no 6 to welcome new entrants in his party. He suggested the government to immediately curb corruption and price hike to ensure relief to the people. The government should be serious to show its meaningful presence.    
    
The central member Dr Koirala viewed that youths have the strength to steer country towards progress.    
On the occasion, Mayor at Biratnagar Metropolitan City, Bhim Parajuli, also said youth activism would help propel development activities.