KATHMANDU:- Home Minister Sudhan Gurung today visited the Nepal Police Headquarters, Naxal. Upon his arrival, he was welcomed by Inspector General of Nepal Police, Dan Bahadur Karki, among others.

On the occasion, the Home Minister thanked the Nepal Police for performing at their best despite limited resources. Urging the police administration to carry out their responsibilities with confidence, he assured them that there would be no unnecessary interference from any level in the discharge of their duties in the coming days.

Minister Gurung stressed that the police should work to change public perception and highlighted the need to bridge the gap between the police and citizens. He urged police personnel to treat citizens politely and present themselves in a cordial manner, making every effort to address public concerns.

“Nepal Police should take a leading role in disaster management efforts. Necessary training would be provided to Nepal Police for it,” he said, promising career advancement opportunities for police personnel based on performance and through a scientific approach. Government is committed to making the police institution more technology-friendly and resourceful by further strengthening it, according to him.

Home Secretary Raj Kumar Shrestha applauded the role played by each police employee in successfully conducting the recent elections to the House of Representatives despite various challenges. He added that the competence and efficiency demonstrated by the Nepal Police during the elections proved their ability to perform effectively in any context.

IGP Karki stated that the Nepal Police is carrying out its duties with dedication and integrity while remaining within the jurisdictions defined by the nation’s Constitution, laws, and national and international human rights standards. He added that the professionalism of the police will further enhance their effectiveness and help meet citizens’ expectations in a timely manner.

The Home Minister also observed a data centre at the Nepal Police Headquarters. (RSS)