Corruption Sapping Local Governments

Many local governments across Nepal have proved their mettle by improving service delivery as per the people’s needs and aspirations. Among the three-tier governments, the local government institutions remain the closest to people when it comes to delivering services. As they are always with the people, it naturally becomes easier for them to be familiar with the local problems and deal with them efficiently. The federal constitution has devolved numerous state functions and powers to the local governments so as to enable them to run administrative as well as development activities in a smooth manner. The Local Government Operations Act, 2017 defines their responsibilities and functions clearly. Realising peace and stability, ensuring good governance and justice, and contributing towards socio-economic development are some of their key responsibilities being entrusted to the local governments.