A blueprint for reform

Gandaki Province shows that federalism can be both affordable and effective with the right actions.

Many argue that federalism in Nepal is expensive. Yet, this criticism often comes from those who prefer a centralised state, members of the educated elite, or individuals with feudal mindsets. These critics are fully capable of explaining why federalism was introduced and how its costs could be managed efficiently, yet they frequently remain silent on solutions. Instead, they repeat phrases like ‘federalism is costly’ or ‘provinces are unnecessary’ without examining the evidence.