Home Ministry Holds Key to Police Transfers as PM Shah Assumes Dual Role
Summary
Prime Minister Balen Shah, who is currently holding the Home Ministry portfolio, is overseeing halted Nepal Police transfers, with many officers awaiting transfer approvals amid leadership changes and ongoing competition for Kathmandu postings.
Key Points
- Since Home Minister Sudhan Gurung's resignation, Prime Minister Balen Shah has held the Home Ministry portfolio.
- Police transfers for inspectors, DSPs, and SPs who have completed their tenure have been halted due to lack of Home Minister approval.
- The Police Headquarters is preparing for transfers of SSPs and DIGs but awaits consent from the Prime Minister's secretariat.
- Competition is growing among SSPs for leadership roles in Kathmandu's police units, including the District Police Complex and Metropolitan Traffic Police Office.
