Armed Police Force Chief Raju Aryal Set to Retire Next Month; Succession Race Heats Up
Summary
Armed Police Force Inspector General Raju Aryal will retire next month after completing his tenure. Successors Narayan Dutt Poudel and Banshiraj Dahal are contending for the leadership role under the new government.
Key Points
- Armed Police Force IG Raju Aryal is set to retire on Baisakh 18, 2083 after completing a four-year tenure.
- Aryal's tenure was marked by improved transparency in transfers and promotions within the APF.
- The new APF IG will be appointed by the cabinet led by Balen Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party.
- Top contenders for the APF IG position are AIGs Narayan Dutt Poudel and Banshiraj Dahal, with seniority favoring Poudel.
