Nepal Government to Pay Salaries Twice a Month to Employees Nepal’s new Balendra Shah government has announced a significant policy change, implementing a bi-monthly salary payment system for government employees. Under the new rules, civil servants, police officers, and other public sector workers will receive their wages every 15 days instead of once a month. This decision, effective from April 17, 2026, aims to stimulate economic activity by encouraging increased consumer spending. The government claims the move is part of broader efforts to revive the economy, which has faced challenges in recent years. Officials stated that distributing salaries twice a month will provide employees with more liquidity, enabling them to spend more in the market. This, in turn, is expected to boost local businesses and stabilize the financial sector. The policy was approved by the Balendra Shah administration, which has been working to address economic stagnation and improve public services. According to media reports, the decision was made to align with the government’s goal of fostering economic recovery. The new system will apply to all categories of government employees, including those in the civil service, law enforcement, and administrative roles. The implementation of the policy has been welcomed by authorities overseeing public sector wages. A representative from the Federation of Civil Service Employees (FCGO) confirmed that there are no legal barriers to enforcing the new schedule. The organization emphasized that the government’s decision to distribute salaries bi-monthly is a practical step that can be executed without complications. Under Nepal’s constitution, government employees are traditionally paid once a month.#balendra_shah #nepal_government #federation_of_civil_service_employees #public_sector_workers #civil_service
PM Modi congratulates Nepal Government, people for successful polls Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to the people and government of Nepal for conducting the country’s general elections successfully, calling the milestone a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey. Modi highlighted the peaceful nature of the polls and praised the citizens for exercising their democratic rights, emphasizing India’s unwavering support for Nepal’s progress. The elections, held amid domestic challenges and regional geopolitical dynamics, marked Nepal’s first general elections since the violent Gen Z protests of the previous year. The results indicated a significant shift in political power, with rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) emerging as a dominant force. The RSP, formed in 2022 by Ravi Lamichhane, secured 39 of the 50 seats declared so far, including a complete sweep in 10 constituencies of Kathmandu district. The party is also leading in 80 other constituencies, according to the Election Commission of Nepal. Shah, projected as the party’s Prime Ministerial candidate, launched its first election campaign in Janakpur, Madhesh, signaling a new phase in Nepal’s political landscape. The RSP’s rise challenges the traditional dominance of established political parties, reflecting a growing public appetite for change. Modi’s remarks underscored India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Nepal, framing the elections as an opportunity to deepen cooperation in areas such as peace, prosperity, and regional stability. The outcome of the polls is expected to reshape Nepal’s political direction, with the RSP’s success highlighting the influence of younger generations in reshaping the nation’s governance.#rastriya_swatantra_party #balendra_shah #prime_minister_narendra_modi #nepal_government #election_commission_of_nepal
