Senior political leader Dr. Shekhar Koirala has strongly criticized the unauthorized changes made to the Civil Service Bill, calling it a serious offense against the country and its democratic system. He said the changes are not just a mistake in process but a direct attack on the power and dignity of Parliament.
In a post shared on social media today, Koirala expressed deep concern over the tampering of the bill. The Civil Service Bill had been introduced in Parliament with the agreement of all parties. However, the bill was later found to have been changed without approval. Koirala warned that such unauthorized acts weaken trust in democratic institutions.
He described the incident as not just an internal issue, but a violation of the people’s rights. According to Koirala, the Civil Service Bill is an important piece of legislation that affects all government employees and public service delivery. Making changes without Parliament’s permission, he said, shows clear disrespect for the democratic process.
Dr. Koirala did not hold back in his demand for immediate accountability. He insisted that all individuals involved in the unauthorized changes—regardless of their position or power—must face strict legal action. He urged authorities to conduct a quick and fair investigation into how the changes happened and who allowed them.
He also demanded that the bill be returned to its original form as it was when presented to Parliament. In his statement, Koirala said no further discussion or action on the bill should take place until the tampered parts are corrected. He added that such behavior sends a dangerous message that laws can be changed secretly without the public knowing.
Koirala further stressed the need for a “cooling-off period” before moving ahead with the bill. This period, he explained, would help ensure that all parties fully understand the issue and agree on the next steps. Without such a period, he warned, the public’s faith in the law-making process will suffer.
The Civil Service Bill was meant to bring new reforms to government services, including hiring, promotion, and retirement policies. Its goal was to improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability in civil services. However, the unauthorized editing has raised serious questions about how laws are handled in Nepal’s political system.
Dr. Koirala is known for speaking out on matters of governance and transparency. In this case, his statement reflects growing concern among lawmakers and citizens over secret changes to important laws. Several members of Parliament have also expressed their dissatisfaction with the recent developments.
This incident has become a topic of public debate. Legal experts and civic groups are now calling for stronger safeguards in how bills are processed. Many argue that digital record-keeping, clear sign-offs, and stronger oversight could help prevent similar problems in the future.
The demand for restoring the original content of the Civil Service Bill has now gained wider support. Citizens, civil servants, and political leaders are watching closely to see if proper action will be taken. The way this case is handled could set an important example for future lawmaking in Nepal.
For now, Dr. Shekhar Koirala’s voice stands as a strong reminder that the integrity of Parliament must be protected. The Civil Service Bill incident has shown that transparency and accountability are not just ideas, but essential to the health of democracy.
