Exploitation of state treasury by powerful leaders
Summary
More than Rs 158 billion has been allocated disproportionately to districts that are home to Nepal's most powerful political leaders over the past three years, indicating misuse of state funds and fostering political favoritism.
Key Points
- Over Rs 158 billion was allocated over three years to eight districts, the home constituencies of Nepal's key political leaders, raising concerns of misuse of state funds.
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's district Jhapa and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel's district Rupandehi received unusually large fund allocations.
- Despite pledges to replace dangerous 'tuins', many remain, causing fatalities like the July 2025 Mahakali River accident in Darchula.
- Lawmakers criticized biased budget distribution in Parliament, highlighting constitutional violations and lack of equitable development.
