297 security personnel deployed to protect former dignitaries returned
Summary
Nepal's Home Ministry recalled 297 security personnel deployed beyond standards to protect former political dignitaries, addressing misuse of resources after officials left office.
Key Points
- Nepal's Home Ministry recalled 297 police and armed police personnel deployed beyond official security standards at former important persons' residences by October 13, 2025.
- Former Prime Ministers Sher Bahadur Deuba and Pushpa Kamal Dahal retained DSP-led security personnel for extended periods after leaving office, which was against government procedures.
- The recall followed a decision on October 9, 2025, to remove security forces deployed arbitrarily beyond the prescribed number by former dignitaries.
- Security challenges for Nepal's former leaders stem mainly from internal political disputes and dissatisfied party workers rather than external threats.
