Civil Service Ordinance creates fear, uncertainty among employees
Summary
Planned changes to Nepal’s civil service law have triggered fear and uncertainty among government employees, with many rushing to resign before possible retirement and pension rules take effect. The proposed ordinance could force thousands into retirement and reshape tenure rules for top civil service posts.
Key Points
- Reports of a proposed civil service ordinance have alarmed government employees, especially those aged 55 or with 30 years of service.
- The plan may introduce compulsory retirement, lateral entry for senior posts, and shorter tenures for the chief secretary and secretaries.
- Officials say nearly 13,000 civil servants could be affected if the ordinance is implemented.
- The Department of National Personnel Records says 464 civil servants have resigned since July 17, including secretaries and other senior officers.
