The Tamesis
March 26, 2025
Kathmandu – Protests broke out in Kathmandu after the government decided to fire Kulman Ghising as managing director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).
The demonstrations took place in Banevar-sur-Mitnia region, with protesters condemning the dismissal. See protesters reading positive slogans against the government with placards on their backs, such as “Where is the government? Cut down electricity and remove Kurman.”
Authorities deployed a large number of security personnel as protesters tried to violate the restricted area of Baneshwar, located near the parliament building.
The cabinet was appointed on Monday as the cabinet appointed in 2021 and was appointed as the new NEA chief. After months of standoff with the government, his removal was largely due to the recovery of unpaid dues from dozens of companies, signed an energy deal with India and alleged disobedience.
Despite facing criticism from KP Sharma Oli and Energy Minister Dipak Khadka, Ghising defended his efforts to force the industry to repay its outstanding dues and clarified his position in several times.
The government’s decision not only comes from the opposition party, but also faces opposition from leaders of the ruling Nepal’s parliament.
Excitingly vowed to challenge the firing in court. The impact of such leadership on the Nepal power sector is unclear due to the uncertainty of the future of NEA.
