Health Sector Stagnates Under Minister Nisha Mehta's Six-Month Tenure

Kathmandu. With the formation of the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, significant changes and efficient service delivery were expected in the public health sector. However, even after six months since Nisha Mehta took charge as the Minister of Health and Food Hygiene, the health sector has failed to gain momentum. The ambitious reform programs announced by the government at the time of assuming office have not been implemented, leaving citizens struggling to access even basic healthcare services. Mehta assumed office at the Ministry of Health on March 26, 2025 (2082 Chaitra 13). Upon assuming office, she thought, 'The...