Law Minister: Ordinance Necessary to Address Public Procurement Law Complexities

Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sobita Gautam has stated that an ordinance was necessary to promptly address complexities within the Public Procurement Act. She made these remarks in response to a proposal by Nepali Congress MP Khadak Bahadur Bishwakarma to reject the Public Procurement (Second Amendment) Ordinance. Minister Gautam explained that the ordinance was introduced to resolve immediate issues hindering the procurement process. The government aims to ensure efficiency and transparency in public spending. The minister defended the use of an ordinance to expedite these necessary changes. This action highlights the government's commitment to improving public procurement practices. The ordinance seeks to streamline procedures and overcome existing challenges.

The Law Minister's justification for the ordinance highlights the government's intent to swiftly resolve issues in public procurement, prioritizing efficiency and addressing immediate challenges.