Balen Shah's Government Sets New Standard for Governance in Nepal
Summary
Prime Minister Balen Shah sets a new governance standard in Nepal with strict directives for ministers and zero tolerance for corruption, initiating key reforms including a zero-pending file campaign and removing ministers linked to misconduct.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balen Shah demanded excellent performance from his ministers immediately after taking office.
- The government launched 100 action plans for governance reform and a zero-pending file campaign to reduce bureaucracy delays.
- Home Minister Sudhan Gurung resigned following controversies over business connections, reflecting the government's zero-tolerance for corruption.
- The government aims to break the cycle of corruption and inefficiency to serve the public better, with ongoing challenges from old political and administrative obstacles.
