Armed Police Force, Nepal: From insurgency response to modern security institution
Summary
The Armed Police Force, Nepal, was established in 2001 during the Maoist insurgency and has since become a key part of national security, operating in counterinsurgency, border security, disaster response, and UN peacekeeping.
Key Points
- The Armed Police Force, Nepal, was formed in 2001 to address security gaps during the Maoist insurgency.
- APF has expanded its roles into border security, disaster management, revenue support, and UN peacekeeping missions.
- Krishna Mohan Shrestha was the first Inspector General and was killed by Maoist insurgents in 2003.
- The 2006 Comprehensive Peace Agreement ended the insurgency, shifting APF’s focus towards internal security and disaster response.
