Nepal Police and Armed Police have jurisdiction

By making the working nature and responsibilities of both security agencies free from disputes through the law, a way should be found for the greater good of the country. A popular and up-to-date logical basis should be sought for that. In particular, both Acts should eliminate duplication of responsibilities.

Falgun 16, 2081

Editorial

Nepal Police and Armed Police have jurisdiction

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Since the establishment of the Armed Police in 2057, the 'suspicious relationship' with the Nepal Police has reached a high point. After the federal government filed a bill to amend the existing law related to both the police, they have become active in protecting their respective jurisdictions.

Nepal Police has become more careful about the area of ​​responsibility that is going to institutionalize the organization through the Bill on Armed Police. He is afraid of being cut off from his responsibilities.

On the other hand, in the changed times, the area of ​​responsibility has been increased and the area of ​​work that has been practically involved in the past has been included in the bill and is being institutionalized, so the Armed Police insists on finalizing it. Thus, both the organizations are interested in another bill along with their own. The issue of what kind of law to make has already entered the process of the Parliament. In order to increase coordination between these two organizations and prevent duplication in the field of work, all concerned parties should be sensitive.

After the armed war started by the then CPN-Maoist in February 2052 became effective, the government formed an armed police force in 2057. He had important mandates including international border security, prevention and control of cross-border crime, control of terrorist/terrorist activities, disaster management. During this period of 24 years, the political situation has changed. Some topics in his field of work have become more sensitive.

Government is also using it according to the changing reality. For example, after gold smuggling started from Tribhuvan International Airport last year, the government started deploying armed police for security checks at airport customs and international arrival hall. Now this organization has 37 thousand members. In this way, the mandate, nature and size of the organization have expanded and it has become nationwide. It has been established as a 'back force' of Nepali Army in national security and a leading force in internal security work. Provisions have been made in the Bill targeting the objectives of the founding period and the changing circumstances and expectations.

On the other hand, the Nepali Police was formed in 2007 by managing the personnel of the then Ram Dal of the Nepali Army and the Mukti Sena who were involved in the revolution of 2007. The force was given legal basis in 2012. The Nepali Police is still guided by the same Act. Nepal Police is an integral part of the criminal justice system. Important responsibilities like day-to-day peace and security management, crime investigation and law enforcement are attached to him.

is an organization connected to public service delivery. The role it played in the past has worked to become an organization that is remembered by citizens today even when they face minor difficulties. Many programs have been taking place in the society in partnership with the police. Even though it has sometimes been used to reduce morale and other security organizations due to political anger, its importance is increasing day by day as it is an organization directly connected with the people.

About 80,000 manpower is employed in the police, and after the bill gets legal recognition, it will be adjusted in the province as well. Today, every province is saying that they are not getting the feel of the government without the police. Therefore, the police organization is also connected with the success of federalism. 

Currently, the Armed Police is not in a position to be seen through the eyes of the establishment. The state must think of ways to maximize the use and benefit of the 37,000 members. Therefore, the growth of his scope is natural. On the other hand, the entry of the armed police into the role played by the Nepal Police cannot be an absolute reference. Because

, such a trend can create friction between the two organizations. Officials in organizations who need to be realistic about performance may engage in rhetoric and political lobbying. As a result, the performance of both may decrease. Due to this, aspects like security, peace, crime control, public service of the country will be overshadowed. Khatpat can be used by such and such powers to create a situation that is detrimental to the nation.

By making the working nature and responsibility of both security agencies free from disputes through the law, a way should be found for the greater good of the country. A popular and up-to-date logical basis should be sought for that. In particular, both Acts should eliminate duplication of responsibilities. Duplication of responsibilities associated with the criminal justice system and still performed by the police should not be added to the armed forces.

Instead, armed police should be developed as a dedicated force for international border protection. Both security agencies should work in proper coordination in prevention and control of cross-border crime, terrorism and other assigned responsibilities. Since the role of coordination in performance is considered important, both Acts should find a basis for enhancing coordination between the two organizations. If both organizations perceive each other's presence, it is not difficult to find a basis for coordination.

Now, the main issue expressed by the Nepal Police officers is the possibility of entering the investigation of the armed police. Such misunderstandings need to be eradicated. Access to armed police in investigations is not recognized by other laws of the criminal justice system. But the law should make it clear that the inquiries made by the armed police in the course of fulfilling the assigned responsibilities should be carried out in a coordinated manner rather than as an investigation. If there is any loophole in the

law, the legal provisions should be written in plain language, taking into consideration the possibility that it will be interpreted according to one's own interests and creating confusion. Mainly to address the interests of both organizations, they can also be discussed together. Overall, the law should have provisions that can be applied in a conflict-free and coordinated manner so that there is no duplication of responsibilities and rights in the areas deemed necessary by the state.

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