PM Karki issues 14-point directive to subordinate bodies, urges austerity in public expenditures

Kathmandu, Nov 3: Prime Minister Sushila Karki has directed government bodies to maintain austerity in public spending and ensure the productive and effective use of public funds.

During a meeting today with ministers and secretaries to review work progress, the Prime Minister emphasized the need to fulfill the mandate given by the new generation for prosperity, development, good governance, equality, and corruption prevention.

She urged all ministries to formulate and implement a “blueprint” that allows citizens to directly feel improvements in service delivery, prevention of corruption, and the establishment of good governance.

Prime Minister Karki also called for enhanced dialogue and cooperation with the private sector to boost morale and improve the industrial environment.

Issuing a 14-point directive, she stressed measures to increase public trust in the government and boost the morale of civil servants and security personnel. She emphasized that employee transfers and promotions should be conducted transparently, fairly, and predictably.

Additionally, the Prime Minister instructed authorities to prepare reports on damages to structures during the Gen Z protests and to develop a policy and action plan for reconstruction. She urged ensuring uninterrupted public services by arranging immediate procurement or alternative service mechanisms.

Sharing that she has been continuously holding discussion with Election Commission, security bodies, political parties and other bodies to create election environment, Prime Minister Karki instructed them to perform their duties and responsibilities efficiently for the preparation of election.

The Prime Minister also advised to take necessary initiatives to set up new standards by reviewing implementation of annual action plans of all ministries.  

Directing to make arrangement of meeting of all councils and committees including inter-province council under their chairmanship, she also drew attention to hold discussion related to diplomatic affairs in presence of newly appointed ministers and chief ministers.

 PM Karki argued, "All types of criminal activities should be controlled to ensure rule of law. Make no compromise on it." 

She also asked to carry out activities immediately to make public administration smooth and efficient by scrapping unnecessary structures, merging and handing over them. 

"You are permanent government. You will fulfill your duties and responsibilities by utilizing your knowledge, skill and experience," stressed the Prime Minister. (RSS)