Government Issues New Work Division Rules, Reorganizes Ministries

Summary

The Government of Nepal has issued new 'Work Division Rules, 2083' reorganizing ministries and their responsibilities into 18 ministries including the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers with expanded areas and mergers.

Key Points
  • The Government of Nepal has issued new 'Work Division Rules, 2083', replacing rules from 2074.
  • There will now be 18 ministries, including the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.
  • Specific responsibilities have been reassigned or expanded, including modern subjects like Artificial Intelligence under the Prime Minister's Office.
  • The Office of the Prime Minister has the largest number of responsibilities, such as national security and overseeing the National Planning Commission.
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