Government Decision Ends Political Appointments in Health Sector
Summary
The government under Prime Minister Balendra Shah has dismissed 1,594 politically appointed office bearers across the health and medical sectors, aiming to end political quota and install expert leadership.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah's government has ended political appointments in the health sector through a special ordinance.
- 1,594 office bearers across various health and medical bodies have been dismissed nationwide.
- Key institutions including councils, medical universities, and health commissions have seen major leadership changes.
- The ordinance affects bodies such as the Ayurveda Medical Council, Nepal Health Research Council, and several health science universities.
