He stated that, as the government is currently clear on using information technology for stability, good governance, and development, the private sector will be encouraged in this regard.
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that all social media operating in Nepal must come under the legal framework.
Speaking at the inaugural session of the ‘Digital Nepal Conclave 2025’ organised by the ICT Foundation here today, Prime Minister Oli said that all social media must be registered in accordance with Nepal’s prevailing laws, pay taxes, and fulfil other obligations.
He noted that he had already directed the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology to bring social media within the legal framework. “The Government of Nepal must be aware of all types of transactions related to information technology taking place in Nepal. All social media operating in Nepal must fulfil their obligations as per the law and must have paid their taxes,” said Prime Minister Oli.
Highlighting the government’s commitment to developing the information technology sector, he added: “The government exists for the people, and it will focus on the development and promotion of information technology that the people want. By investing in the IT sector both domestically and internationally, we can generate income. Move forward with confidence — the government is with you.”
Recalling that rapidly developing information technology is influencing people’s lives, he shared that during his journey along the Pushpalal Mid-Hill Highway, he was delighted to learn that elderly grandmothers in remote villages of Rukum also knew how to use Facebook.
He remarked that Nepal is an ideal destination for digital technology and green energy, emphasising the need to make full use of artificial intelligence for development and prosperity.
Referring to his earlier pledge, he noted that since last year, online teaching has been provided to SEE students, benefiting more than 150,000 students and resulting in improved academic performance. He stressed the importance of protecting children from excessive mobile use while ensuring its positive application in education and development.
The Prime Minister said the government had recently passed an AI policy and was focusing on how to transform and reform development related to information technology. He remarked that some people were deliberately spreading pessimism by ignoring the progress achieved.
He reiterated that, given the government’s current clarity on using information technology for stability, good governance, and development, the private sector would be encouraged in this area.
Prime Minister Oli further stated that information technology is necessary to maintain good governance, expressing the view that by using IT, fostering development, and improving human behaviour, corruption could be reduced to zero.
