Government Dismisses Political Appointments in Regulatory Bodies
Summary
The government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah has dismissed 1,594 officials from regulatory bodies in energy, infrastructure, and financial sectors through a special ordinance.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah-led government dismissed political appointees in key regulatory bodies.
- President Ram Chandra Paudel issued an ordinance leading to removal of 1,594 officials nationwide.
- Key institutions like Nepal Electricity Authority and Employees Provident Fund are now leaderless.
- The government plans to appoint new experts to these positions in energy, infrastructure, and finance sectors.
