KATHMANDU, Sep 21: The interim government, led by Prime Minister Sushila Karki, was formed following the short-lived but intense Gen Z movement on September 8–9 that forced the resignation of KP Oli. The protests, which demanded an end to corruption, unemployment, and poor governance, prompted President Ram Chandra Poudel to appoint Karki as the interim prime minister to stabilise the country and oversee the transition until fresh elections.
Since taking office, the government has accelerated efforts to address citizens’ concerns and improve public service delivery. On Saturday, it introduced several measures aimed at tackling public grievances and restoring essential services. Responding to a key demand of the Gen Z protests—action against corruption—the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) issued a hotline number (9851145045) for citizens to report complaints regarding government service delivery. The public is encouraged to report instances of corruption, bribery, unnecessary delays, harassment, or disrespectful behaviour at any government ministry, office, or agency.
In a move to improve public convenience during the upcoming Dashain festival, the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport allowed the Nagdhunga–Sisneri tunnel to be used by public transport. Transport Minister Kulman Ghising instructed authorities to operate the tunnel for vehicles leaving Kathmandu. A task force comprising officials from the Department of Transport Management, security agencies, and transport entrepreneurs has been formed to ensure smooth traffic flow during the festival, beginning September 22.
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The Ministry of Home Affairs has also set up a help desk to address public security concerns. Citizens can now share information, complaints, advice, or suggestions through calls, SMS, WhatsApp, or Viber at 9851360603 regarding peace and security issues.
Meanwhile, Nepal Police Headquarters has formed a task force led by Deputy Inspector General Deepak Regmi to assess damage to police property during the Gen Z-led protests. More than 450 police units across the country were reportedly damaged or set on fire. While many police stations have resumed operations with support from local communities, they continue to face challenges due to limited resources.
Despite visible progress, the government’s administrative work has been constrained by a small Cabinet. Only three ministers have been appointed so far, each overseeing at least two ministries. Prime Minister Karki has pledged to expand the Cabinet with 10–11 ministers, with sources indicating the expansion is expected within a few days.
