Dhakal, who was the Chairman of the Progressive Writers´ Association, died in a road accident on Monday.[break]
Prime Minister Bhattarai issued a press statement on Tuesday and said Dhakal was not only the popular writer but also the freedom fighter in Nepali Communist movement, adding the government is committed to respect Dhakal´s contribution.
Also, Dr. Bhattarai has expressed deep condolence to the bereaved family.
Condolence assembly held at Pokhara plane crash site