Over 1,500 Officials Automatically Removed Following Ordinance
Summary
Following an ordinance by President Ram Chandra Paudel on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers, over 1,530 politically appointed officials have been removed to strengthen administration under Prime Minister Balen Shah’s government.
Key Points
- Over 1,530 politically appointed officials have been automatically removed following the 'Special Arrangement Ordinance on Removal of Public Office Bearers-2083'.
- The ordinance aims to strengthen administration and ensure neutrality by removing officials appointed during the previous government.
- A committee comprising experts and the Public Service Commission is overseeing the transparent appointment of new officials based on merit and open competition.
- Experts advocate for clear legal provisions to ensure political appointees vacate office with government changes, establishing good governance norms.
