Kathmandu, April 16 -- Thousands of teachers have been protesting near the country's main administrative complex, Singha Durbar, for the past two weeks. The position of the central bank governor remains vacant, with growing speculation that the government may appoint someone favoured by 'middlemen' rather than a qualified candidate.

Similarly, six key positions of additional inspectors general (AIG) in Nepal Police remain unfilled, leaving several vital departments without leadership. Meanwhile, the voices of pro-monarchy and pro-Hindu groups are growing louder, with demonstrators taking to the streets demanding the restoration of the Hindu state and monarchy.

As the government focuses on preparing the annual budget, governance, adminis...