Nepal Police transfers remain stalled amid political interference
Summary
Nepal Police officers have been stuck in the same postings for months as transfer approvals remain stalled, raising concerns over morale, performance and leadership development. The delay has persisted despite a proposal prepared by Police Headquarters and sent to the Home Minister and Prime Minister’s Office.
Key Points
- Transfers of Nepal Police officers from inspector to superintendent rank have remained stalled since August, with many officers stuck in the same postings for 12 to 15 months.
- The transfer proposal prepared under Inspector General Dan Bahadur Karki has not received political approval from the Home Minister and Prime Minister’s Office.
- Police officers and former officials say political interference has weakened the inspector general’s authority and hurt morale, performance and leadership development.
- Nepal Police spokesperson Abi Narayan Kafle said transfers would begin soon in phases after delays caused by the Bhotekoshi floods, Dashain and Tihar preparations.
