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Nepal's democracy is at a crossroads. This platform is where citizens shape the future, through ideas, debate, and action. From tackling corruption to rethinking elections, your voice can turn protest into progress.

Born from the bold energy of Gen Z, and strengthened by the wisdom and support of experts, professionals, and concerned Nepalis of all ages and sectors, this movement is bigger than any one generation.

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Nepal Reform Manifesto

Explore 27 comprehensive reform proposals for Nepal's democratic transformation. Each proposal includes detailed solutions, real-world evidence, implementation timelines, and performance targets based on international best practices.

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Civil Service ReformHigh Priority1 year
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Ban Political Appointments in Bureaucracy

Eliminate political appointments in senior government positions by enforcing merit-based selection through competitive examinations, experience requirements, and independent selection panels.

Key Solutions

  • Examination-based selection for all senior positions (CDO, Secretary, Director General)
  • Experience requirements: minimum 8 years relevant experience with proven performance
  • Independent selection panels with technical experts and no active politicians
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HealthcareHigh Priority5 years
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Health System Transformation

Revolutionize Nepal's healthcare system through strengthened rural infrastructure, comprehensive human resource development, digital health platforms, and universal coverage to ensure health for all Nepalis.

Key Solutions

  • Strengthen rural healthcare infrastructure with upgraded Primary Health Centers
  • Human Resource for Health strategy with rural doctor quotas and hardship allowances
  • Digital health & telemedicine with Electronic Health Record system
  • +2 more solutions...
Civil Service ReformHigh Priority3 years
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End Permanent Government Jobs Without Accountability

Implement comprehensive performance management and accountability systems for government employees while maintaining due process protections and preventing system abuse.

Key Solutions

  • National Citizen Complaint Portal with verified complaints and case tracking
  • Mandatory performance management with quarterly KPIs for all frontline roles
  • Modernized recruitment emphasizing practical skills over MCQs
  • +2 more solutions...
Financial TransparencyHigh Priority18 months
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Implement Real-Time Financial Accountability

Create comprehensive digital financial transparency system with real-time transaction tracking, mandatory asset declarations, and public access to all government spending information.

Key Solutions

  • Real-time digital ledger system with every transaction online within 24 hours
  • Comprehensive reporting structure with monthly verified statements
  • Mandatory asset declarations for all senior officials published online
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Financial ManagementHigh Priority2 years
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Financial Management System Reform

Modernize Nepal's public financial management through integrated systems, citizen budget portals, scientific budgeting, and strengthened oversight to eliminate waste and enhance accountability.

Key Solutions

  • Integrate financial systems making LMBIS, Provincial LMBIS, SuTRA, RMS interoperable
  • Citizen budget portal providing real-time, ward-level budget and implementation data
  • Streamline planning by replacing National Planning Commission with Ministry of Finance division
  • +2 more solutions...
Public AdministrationLow Priority18 months
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Reform Public Property Management

Transform government property management through transparent vehicle disposal, educational resource programs, and revenue generation to eliminate waste and corruption while supporting education.

Key Solutions

  • Transparent vehicle disposal system with 6-month reclaim deadline
  • Educational resource program prioritizing technical schools for non-roadworthy vehicles
  • Revenue generation through public online auctions for roadworthy vehicles
  • +2 more solutions...
Digital GovernanceHigh Priority2 years
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Digitize All Government Services

Create a comprehensive digital government infrastructure with interoperable systems, unified citizen portal, and 24/7 online service delivery to eliminate corruption and improve efficiency.

Key Solutions

  • National Digital Framework with shared standards and decentralized ownership
  • National E-Governance Service Center (NESGC) for design standards and cybersecurity
  • Unified One-Stop Portal (Nepal.gov.np) for all government services
  • +2 more solutions...
GovernanceHigh Priority1 year
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Set Strict Qualifications for Government Ministers and Members of Parliament

Establish mandatory educational and experience requirements for ministerial positions to ensure competent governance based on expertise rather than political loyalty.

Key Solutions

  • Ministerial Qualifications Act requiring sectoral expertise for specific portfolios
  • Education OR Experience: Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience OR 10+ years sector experience
  • Specific requirements: Health Minister needs medical/public health background
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Electoral ReformMedium Priority6 months
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Introduce 'None of the Above' Voting Option

Implement NOTA voting option in all elections with mandatory re-election trigger when NOTA wins, forcing parties to field better candidates and giving voters meaningful choice to reject inadequate options.

Key Solutions

  • NOTA on all ballots for every election and position
  • Mandatory re-election trigger if NOTA wins plurality
  • Candidate disqualification with all original candidates banned from re-election
  • +2 more solutions...
Procurement ReformHigh Priority2 years
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Create Transparent Public Contracting

Establish a comprehensive procurement reform system with independent bid verification, mean-based awarding, and real-time public tracking to eliminate corruption and ensure value for money.

Key Solutions

  • Independent bid document verification through third-party audits
  • Mean-based awarding system instead of automatic lowest-bidder selection
  • Mandatory electronic procurement platform for all contracts above Rs. 500,000
  • +2 more solutions...
Constitutional ReformMedium Priority2 years
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Establish Prime Minister Term Limits

Implement constitutional amendment limiting Prime Ministers to maximum two terms (10 years total) to ensure leadership renewal and prevent excessive concentration of executive authority.

Key Solutions

  • Two-term maximum with no individual serving more than 10 years total
  • Non-consecutive terms counted toward limit
  • Mid-term calculation: serving more than half counts as full term
  • +2 more solutions...
TransparencyHigh Priority6 months
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Implement Mandatory Wealth Disclosure for All Politicians

Establish a comprehensive digital transparency system requiring all politicians and candidates to publicly disclose their assets, with automatic investigation triggers for unexplained wealth increases.

Key Solutions

  • Public digital portal with all politician asset declarations online within 7 days
  • Candidate disclosure at nomination with supporting documentation required
  • Automatic red-flag triggers for 50% annual wealth increase
  • +2 more solutions...
Competition PolicyMedium Priority2 years
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Break Monopolies and Strengthen Consumer Protection

Eliminate monopolistic practices through competition law enforcement, temporary import liberalization, and strengthened consumer protection mechanisms to reduce prices and improve market competition.

Key Solutions

  • Strengthen Competition Commission with cartel investigation powers
  • Temporary import liberalization for monopolized goods
  • Small Importer License for individuals and SMEs
  • +2 more solutions...
Electoral ReformHigh Priority180 days
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Fresh Elections in 180 Days

Conduct fresh parliamentary elections within 180 days with strict candidate vetting, campaign finance transparency, and electoral reforms to restore public trust in democratic representation.

Key Solutions

  • Parliamentary dissolution under Article 76(7) followed by immediate elections
  • Strict candidate vetting to ban those with proven criminal and corruption charges
  • Real-time campaign finance transparency with 24-hour disclosure
  • +2 more solutions...
Security ReformMedium Priority5 years
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Ensure Merit-Based Appointments in Security Services and Proper Health Checks

Professionalize security services through merit-based promotions, transparent scorecards, rotation limits, and mandatory health checks to ensure capable and accountable security personnel.

Key Solutions

  • Merit-based promotions through PSC-administered exams and performance reviews
  • Transparent scorecards published online with security-sensitive data redacted
  • Rotation and tenure limits: maximum 3 years per post
  • +2 more solutions...
Social ProtectionHigh Priority5 years
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Social Protection System Overhaul

Transform Nepal's fragmented social protection system into a comprehensive, life-cycle based security framework covering health, education, employment, and caregiving with enhanced inclusion and sustainability.

Key Solutions

  • Expand coverage through universalized child grants and informal worker inclusion
  • Improve adequacy & equity by raising benefit levels and rebalancing spending
  • Integrate shock-responsive systems adaptable to crises and disasters
  • +2 more solutions...
Anti-CorruptionHigh Priority5 years
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Transform CIAA into a Truly Independent Anti-Corruption Force

Restructure Nepal's Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) to become a truly independent and effective anti-corruption institution with enhanced powers and accountability.

Key Solutions

  • Strengthen investigation & prosecution with integrated teams
  • Enhanced powers through CIAA Act amendments for asset freezing
  • Constitutional budget allocation independent from Finance Ministry
  • +2 more solutions...
FederalismHigh Priority2 years
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Decentralize Power from Kathmandu to Provinces and Local Levels

Implement true federalism by enforcing constitutional decentralization, transferring 60% of budget to provinces and local levels, and reducing central government control over day-to-day decisions.

Key Solutions

  • Enforce constitutional decentralization through existing Schedules 5-9
  • 60% budget decentralization with direct allocation to provinces and local levels
  • 40% provincial tax retention from income tax, VAT, and natural resource royalties
  • +2 more solutions...
Investment PolicyMedium Priority3 years
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Attract Foreign Investment with Strong Safeguards

Create a balanced foreign investment framework that attracts quality investment while protecting national interests through transparent screening, technology transfer requirements, and community benefit sharing.

Key Solutions

  • Consolidated Investment Manual with clear rules and timelines
  • Investment Screening & Safeguards Unit within Investment Board
  • Resource protection framework with community consent requirements
  • +2 more solutions...
TransportationMedium Priority3 years
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Reform Public Transportation with Smart Urban Planning

Transform public transportation through dedicated lanes, massive Sajha Yatayat expansion, intelligent traffic systems, and integrated multi-modal connectivity to reduce traffic chaos and pollution.

Key Solutions

  • Multi-modal dedicated lanes: 2 lanes electric buses, 2 lanes walking/cycling, 2 lanes private vehicles
  • Massive Sajha Yatayat expansion: 1 electric bus per 500-1,000 urban residents
  • Intelligent traffic lights GPS-linked to bus locations
  • +2 more solutions...
Economic DevelopmentMedium Priority3 years
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Promote Local Production and Innovation, Ensure Quality

Establish comprehensive support systems for local production through Industrial Growth Fund, conditional tax incentives, supply chain solutions, and university innovation partnerships to reduce import dependency.

Key Solutions

  • Industrial Growth Fund with public-private blended finance
  • Conditional tax incentives with performance-linked benefits
  • Raw material supply chain solutions with forward purchase agreements
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EducationHigh Priority5 years
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Transform Education for All Nepalis

Revolutionize Nepal's education system through expanded government school networks, comprehensive faculty development, skills-oriented curriculum, and digital learning infrastructure to ensure quality education access for all.

Key Solutions

  • Expand government school network with model school construction
  • 5-year teacher requalification cycle with mandatory training
  • Skills-oriented curriculum with TVET expansion and work-oriented subjects
  • +2 more solutions...
Judicial ReformHigh Priority5 years
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Establish Judicial Independence

Strengthen judicial independence through merit-based appointments, transparent accountability frameworks, and constitutional protections to ensure rule of law and public trust in courts.

Key Solutions

  • Independent Judicial Appointment Commission with senior retired judges and legal scholars
  • Merit-based selection through written examination, case analysis, and public interviews
  • Judicial accountability framework with annual asset declarations and performance transparency
  • +2 more solutions...
Constitutional ReformHigh Priority5 years
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Constitutional Reform for Stable Governance

Implement comprehensive governance reforms including independent executive appointment commission, enhanced accountability mechanisms, and long-term constitutional changes for stability.

Key Solutions

  • Independent Commission on Executive Appointments (ICEA) with advisory powers
  • Ministerial Qualifications Act with education/experience requirements
  • Enhanced CIAA powers with independent prosecution wing
  • +2 more solutions...
Education ReformMedium Priority3 years
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Transform Student Politics into Civic Education

Reform student unions by banning party affiliation, establishing independent student councils, and implementing comprehensive civic education to channel youth energy into constructive democratic participation.

Key Solutions

  • Ban direct party affiliation of student unions through Education Regulations
  • Replace party-backed unions with elected independent student councils
  • Graduated accountability system with suspension, fines, and community service
  • +2 more solutions...
Electoral ReformMedium Priority3 years
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Reform Proportional Representation for Democratic Accountability

Democratize PR selection processes while maintaining constitutional inclusion requirements through open party primaries, regional constituencies, and enhanced accountability mechanisms.

Key Solutions

  • Mandatory open party primaries for PR nominations with registered member voting
  • Regional PR constituencies instead of single national list
  • Enhanced accountability with public reporting requirements and recall provisions
  • +2 more solutions...
TransparencyHigh Priority1 year
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Mandate Transparency of Governance

Establish comprehensive transparency framework with live broadcasting of official meetings, enhanced information access, and mandatory public participation in government decision-making.

Key Solutions

  • Live democratic process with broadcast of all official meetings
  • 48-hour decision summaries with bullet-point key discussions published
  • Enhanced information access with 15-day guarantee for all requests
  • +2 more solutions...