Nepal’s Leaders Can Now Set Their Own Salaries

In a big change for Nepal, the Prime Minister and Ministers can now decide their own salaries. On Shrawan 14, President Ram Chandra Paudel approved a new bill that gives this power to the government. Before this, their salaries were set by a law made in 2049 B.S., which is a long time ago. That old law fixed how much money the Prime Minister and Ministers could earn, and it couldn’t be changed easily.

Now, with the new bill, things are different. The cabinet, which is a group of important leaders including the Prime Minister, can meet and decide their salaries whenever they want. This means they can increase or change their pay without needing a new law from the parliament. The decision has surprised many people in Nepal because it gives the Ministers more control over their own money.

Some people think this is a good idea because it lets the government be flexible. If prices go up or the country’s economy changes, the cabinet can adjust salaries to match. For example, they might need more money to do their jobs well. But others worry that this could lead to problems. They think the Prime Minister and Ministers might give themselves too much money, which could upset people who work hard for less.

President Ram Chandra Paudel signed the bill to make it official. This change only affects the Prime Minister and Ministers, not other government workers. Regular workers, like teachers or police, still have their salaries set by different rules. Many Nepalis are watching closely to see how the cabinet will use this new power.

This new rule is a big step for Nepal’s government. It shows that the leaders trust themselves to make fair choices about their salaries. Everyone hopes the Prime Minister and Ministers will think about the country’s needs when they decide their pay.