Nepal Government Finalizes Ministry Restructuring Amid Staff Adjustments

The Nepalese government has announced that the restructuring of its ministries and staff management is in its final stages, following the reduction of the number of ministries from 22 to 18.

According to a statement released by the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, the organizational structure and staff management of the merged and newly formed ministries and subordinate bodies have been reviewed, and it has been found that some positions require fewer staff members than currently employed.

This may result in some employees being declared redundant. The government has given priority to addressing this issue and has decided not to send requests to the Public Service Commission for permanent appointments without the approval of the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers.

Furthermore, it has been decided that if necessary, redundant staff will be adjusted, and only then will vacant positions be filled or regular appointments made through the Public Service Commission, in accordance with the new staffing structure approved by the Organization and Management Survey (O&MS).