
To strengthen accountability, Thapa proposes a five-question system for major government and public decisions: what decision was made, why it was made, who was responsible, what results were achieved, and what improvements were made if the expected results were not achieved. The report also proposes an open-source citizen dashboard through which the public could monitor development projects, budget expenditure and responsible officials in real time.
Economic reform is another major component. The report describes the private sector as a key engine of wealth creation, production, innovation and employment rather than merely a source of tax revenue. It calls for policy stability, protection of private investment and a shift from a regulatory relationship toward cooperation and partnership between the state and private businesses. Production, entrepreneurship and employment are identified as central economic priorities.
The report also introduces the concept of “predistributive justice,” emphasizing equal opportunities from the beginning rather than relying only on taxation and subsidies to address inequality. It proposes equitable access to education, healthcare, skills, finance and employment.
On foreign employment, the NC proposes making labor migration safer, systematic and rights-based while incorporating the rights and social security of Nepalis living abroad into national policy. It also calls for channeling remittances into productive sectors such as agriculture, industry, tourism and technology.
The report envisions shifting Nepal from an import- and remittance-dependent economy toward a production-oriented model based on agriculture, water resources, energy, tourism, industry and digital technology. It proposes connecting agriculture with technology, markets and enterprise and encouraging private-sector investment that creates production and employment.
Climate change is framed not only as an environmental issue but also as an economic and national security concern. The report calls for intergenerational justice, sustainable resource use and the integration of disaster risks into development, infrastructure and settlement planning. Green energy, water resources and environmental protection are also presented as potential sources of economic opportunity.
The report recognizes the growing importance of artificial intelligence and digital technology in employment, education and competition. It calls for education and skills systems to adapt to emerging technologies while promoting media literacy and fact-based public discourse to counter misinformation and hate speech.
Social policy proposals include strengthening public education and healthcare, expanding social security for vulnerable groups and addressing issues such as caste discrimination, child marriage, gender-based violence and malnutrition. The report also proposes incorporating mental health, loneliness and changing family structures into long-term state policy.
On federalism, the report says Nepal’s federal structure has been established but remains weak in implementation. It calls for stronger coordination among the three levels of government, greater administrative capacity and fiscal federalism, while linking federalism to citizen participation and access to public services. Any constitutional amendment, it says, should be based on national consensus rather than the prevailing balance of political power.
The report also proposes completing transitional justice by ensuring truth, justice and reparations for conflict victims. It says the process should not become an instrument of political bargaining but should focus on restoring victims’ trust and strengthening justice institutions.
Organizational reform forms another major pillar of the proposal. Thapa wants the Congress to become a party continuously connected with citizens rather than one that becomes active mainly during elections. The report proposes combining the experience of older generations with the energy and knowledge of younger generations and creating institutional mechanisms for leadership transition across five generations.
It proposes establishing a Leadership Training Institute, Policy Foundation, Election Bureau and Governance Institute to strengthen leadership development, policy research, election preparedness and governance capacity.
The report takes a tougher position on corruption and internal discipline. It proposes mandatory financial transparency and public audits, along with an independent internal ombudsman to investigate misconduct and corruption. The party, it says, should not protect individuals accused of corruption simply because they are affiliated with the Congress.
It further proposes publicly committing not to politicize the judiciary, constitutional bodies, universities or civil service, and not to use state resources for party or individual interests. It also calls for an end to favoritism based on money, access or proximity to party leaders.
Among constitutional reforms, the report proposes limiting an individual to two terms as prime minister. It also supports electoral reforms such as primary elections, a possible “none of the above” option and voting rights for Nepalis living abroad.
Youth participation receives special attention. The report proposes a task force of independent youth experts to study the grievances and demands of Gen-Z and calls for the recommendations to be incorporated into party policymaking. It also proposes expanding youth participation through digital platforms.
The report sets out a timeline for implementing its broader “Samunnati” agenda. Within the first 100 days, it proposes reviewing the party’s political and organizational performance, preparing a “Samunnati Policy Paper” and beginning reviews across all seven provinces. During the first year, it proposes provincial task forces on education, nutrition, employment, good governance and green development, along with citizen dialogues and public-service monitoring.
Overall, Thapa’s report presents party renewal as a broader project of political and national transformation. It links organizational reform with economic development, employment, youth participation, social security, technology, climate change, federalism, good governance and national independence.
Its central message is “national renaissance and progress,” with an emphasis on acknowledging past failures, rebuilding public trust, strengthening democratic institutions and making political commitments measurable. The report proposes regular reviews of policies, organizational performance and programs throughout the four-year leadership term, aiming to transform the Nepali Congress from an election-focused organization into one that remains continuously connected with citizens.
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