September 17: The Constituent Assembly has passed all articles of the new constitution, paving way for its promulgation on Sunday.

The Constituent Assembly also endorsed the amended draft of the constitution by a two-third majority on Wednesday night. Of the 598 CA members, 532 participated in the voting process, and 507 voted in favour of the amended draft.

Following the endorsement of the draft, leaders of three major political parties termed the day as ‘historic’, and called on all sides to resolve differences over the constitution through dialogue. They also urged the general public to celebrate the achievement.

Members of the Constituent Assembly are due to sign the new constitution on Sunday (September 20). CA Chairman Subas Nembang will then certify the document and President Ram Baran Yadav will announce its promulgation.

The government is likely to announce a public holiday on Monday (September 21) to commemorate the occasion.