Office of the Auditor General's Report Highlights Financial Irregularities
Summary
The Office of the Auditor General's 63rd annual report exposes significant financial irregularities and growing arrears in Nepal's public administration, urging reforms that have seen limited implementation despite recurring parliamentary scrutiny.
Key Points
- The Auditor General's 63rd annual report reveals Rs 88.09 billion newly added arrears in fiscal year 2081/82, pushing total arrears beyond Rs 7.55 trillion.
- Significant financial irregularities include Rs 13.83 billion in irregular expenses and Rs 36.28 billion without supporting documents identified across federal, provincial, and local governments.
- Local governments show particularly weak financial discipline, with Rs 19 billion in arrears and numerous statutory and budget violations.
- Despite repeated reports and parliamentary discussions, implementation of corrective measures remains minimal, perpetuating the accumulation of arrears and misuse of public funds.
