Nearly 1,000 personnel quit Nepal Police and Armed Police Force in three months
Summary
Nearly 1,000 personnel from Nepal Police and Armed Police Force have resigned in three months, citing personal reasons and demoralization following the Gen Z protests.
Key Points
- Around 1,000 personnel from Nepal Police and Armed Police Force resigned in three months, mostly citing family or personal reasons.
- Gen Z protests, including violent incidents and police firing, contributed to a wave of resignations due to demoralization among security personnel.
- Many resignations are from lower ranks, with some personnel eligible for pensions after 20 years of service, while others receive gratuity.
- Officials warn that increasing mid-service resignations cause financial and manpower losses, with training a single personnel costing the state Rs500,000 to Rs700,000.
