KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a 62-point directive to all District Administration Offices on Sunday, emphasizing peace, security, crime control, good governance, and effective service delivery.
The ministry highlighted that following the Gen-Z demonstrations on September 8–9, the country’s social structure was disrupted, increasing security challenges. It instructed Chief District Officers (CDOs) to prioritize peace and security in both immediate and long-term strategies.
The directive specifically called on CDOs in border districts to remain vigilant to control cross-border crimes and ensure the security of border posts. “Districts adjoining neighboring countries must maintain regular monitoring, patrolling, and coordinated security operations along the border,” the ministry stated.
In line with the interim government’s announcement, the ministry also instructed CDOs to create an election-friendly environment ahead of the planned March 5 polls. Security agencies are to coordinate election security patrols and ensure safe conduct.
The ministry highlighted the need to recover weapons and equipment lost or stolen during the Gen-Z protests through joint operations, and to curb illegal arms possession. It also emphasized boosting morale among security personnel and civil servants, ensuring law enforcement effectiveness, ending impunity, and fostering public trust in local administration and security agencies.
CDOs were directed to immediately act against any illegal activity, reinstate displaced security offices in coordination with local communities, and submit daily reports on peace, security, and disaster management to the ministry, even when no notable incidents occur.
Additionally, district officials must seek prior approval before attending peer-level meetings, raise national interest issues during such meetings, avoid signing agreements without ministry authorization, and provide written reports on any meetings attended.
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