Nepal Pharmacy Council Appointment Process Faces Controversy
Summary
The Nepal Pharmacy Council’s nomination process has sparked controversy after a revised interview notice added omitted applicants, prompting accusations of favoritism and conflict of interest. The Nepal Pharmacy Association and lawmakers have demanded transparency, while the council says appointment authority rests with the government.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Population faced criticism after a revised notice added omitted applicants to interviews for vacant Nepal Pharmacy Council member posts.
- MP Sajida Khatun Siddiki accused the government in Parliament of delaying the results to favor certain individuals.
- The Nepal Pharmacy Association condemned the move, warning of possible conflict of interest involving the Muslim Pharmacist Association Nepal and council chairman Dr. Kadir Alam.
- The Nepal Pharmacy Council said it has no authority to appoint members and urged people not to make baseless accusations.
