Kathmandu: The government led by Balen Shah has decided to abolish all public-sector trade unions as part of a broader effort to reform the civil service.
The decision was taken during the first Cabinet meeting held last Friday, under an administrative reform, restructuring, and austerity framework. It is one of the key measures outlined in the government’s recently unveiled 100-day, 100-point action plan made public on Saturday.
According to the plan, the move aims to free public administration from political interference and ensure that it operates in a fair, neutral, and citizen-focused manner. Civil servants, including bureaucrats, teachers, professors, and other state employees, will be required to sever any direct or indirect affiliations with political parties, interest groups, or pressure networks and carry out their duties with full independence.
The government has also warned that any violation of this provision will result in strict departmental action in accordance with existing laws.
By dismantling politically affiliated unions within the bureaucracy, the policy seeks to eliminate undue influence and informal pressure on decision-making, thereby improving efficiency in governance and public service delivery. To support this reform, the government has set a 45-day deadline to draft the necessary legal framework under the proposed Federal Civil Service Bill.
In addition, the Cabinet has committed to strictly enforcing the civil service code of conduct to address long-standing issues such as corruption, delays, and poor treatment of service recipients. The goal is to transform the bureaucracy into a more accountable, service-oriented, and exemplary institution.
The government has also emphasized creating a professional work environment where public employees uphold integrity, remain impartial, and are fully dedicated to effectively implementing government decisions.
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