CPN-UML Member of Parliament Kshitij Thebe has expressed concern over declining investor confidence in Nepal's stock market, blaming policy and regulatory uncertainty for the prolonged downturn.

Speaking in Parliament, Thebe said millions of Nepalis have invested in the capital market, with more than 7.6 million Demat accounts currently in operation. He claimed that since the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP)-led government took office, the NEPSE index has fallen by 329 points—from 2,950 points on Chaitra 12, 2082 BS to around 2,621 points.

According to Thebe, the market capitalization has dropped from Rs. 50.09 trillion to Rs. 45.04 trillion during the same period, resulting in an estimated loss of more than Rs. 5.04 trillion for share investors.

He argued that the decline has not only affected investors but has also reduced government revenue generated from capital market activities. Stressing that regulatory uncertainty has weakened market confidence, Thebe called on the government to clarify its policy toward the stock market.

Questioning the government's commitment, he asked whether it intends to protect investors or continue leaving them in uncertainty, urging authorities to act promptly.