IGP Thapa pledges to strengthen police force & ensure citizen-friendly service
Thapa stated that he is assuming his responsibilities intending to reform and enhance the effectiveness of the police organization.
KATHMANDU: Nepal Police Inspector General (IGP) Deepak Thapa has been awarded the rank insignia.
Home Secretary Gokarna Mani Duwadi presented the rank insignia to IGP Thapa during a ceremony at the Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday morning.
On Monday, the Council of Ministers held a meeting at Baluwatar, where they officially appointed Thapa as the IGP. With this appointment, Thapa became the 31st Inspector General of Nepal Police.
After receiving the Badge of Honor, IGP Thapa expressed his commitment to establishing a system based on merit rather than influence.
He assured that crime prevention and investigations would proceed without any excuses or alternatives. He emphasized his dedication to strengthening the country’s internal security and ensuring peace, rule of law, and safety for citizens.
Speaking at the event, Home Secretary Gokarn Mani Duwadi urged the newly appointed IGP to work towards the growth and development of Nepal Police, maintaining peace, security, order, good governance, and ensuring a prosperous and peaceful Nepal.
He expressed confidence that Thapa would fulfill his responsibilities with sincerity and integrity.
Duwadi highlighted that maintaining peace and order is not just a visible concern but an experience that should be felt by the general public, and it is everyone’s duty to ensure this.
Duwadi also mentioned that the government is actively working to meet the expectations of the public. However, he pointed out that the security challenges are increasing in the face of negative public perceptions about the government.
He emphasized the need to reduce road accidents, combat drug abuse, and address cybercrime incidents as essential priorities.
Newly appointed IGP Deepak Thapa assured that he would present himself strongly during his tenure. In his address at the Badge of Honor ceremony, he committed to providing impartial, unbiased, and citizen-friendly service.
He also expressed his goal to reform and enhance the effectiveness of the police organization.
Thapa pledged to make the police force more people-oriented and sought continuous support in achieving this.
Following the ceremony, IGP Thapa will take over his duties at the Nepal Police Headquarters in Naxal.
