Expert Analysis: Restructuring Ministries and Combating Corruption in Nepal's New Government
Summary
The Rastriya Swatantra Party plans to reduce Nepal's ministries and strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms as it prepares to form a new government, aiming for efficient governance aligned with federalism.
Key Points
- Rastriya Swatantra Party is preparing to reduce the number of ministries in Nepal's federal government from 21 to around 15.
- The new government aims to empower constitutional bodies like the CIAA to investigate corruption while focusing on preventive measures through active monitoring and public awareness.
- Merging ministries with similar functions is proposed to make the federal government leaner and more efficient, delegating many tasks to provincial and local governments.
- Good governance is emphasized as delivering effective services closer to the people, empowering lower government levels and improving accountability.
