If he knew the truth already then why did he let start the war that killed thousands of his own countrymen and destroyed all of the country's infrastructures that helped economic development..,!! Peace is necessary for economical progress: Dr. Bhattarai Finance Minister Dr Baburam Bhattarai (File Photo) Finance Minister Dr. Baburam Bhattarai has said peace is necessary for economical progress and a good constitution for peace. Bhattarai expressed such views at a meeting with US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Richard Boucher, Thursday morning. According to sources, Boucher has committed assistance in hydro-power and other development projects. He also showed concern on the ongoing peace process and the constitution. Boucher, who is on a two-day official visit to Nepal, is scheduled to visit president Dr. Ram Baran Yadav later today. nepalnews.com ta Feb 12 09