Kathmandu — Superintendent of Police (SP) Naveen Krishna Bhandari has decided to step down from his position, only 10 days before his planned retirement after 30 years of service. He was serving at the Gandaki Province Police Battalion in Pokhara when he handed in his resignation.
Bhandari started his career as a police constable and was promoted to inspector back in May 2004 (Jestha 2061 BS). The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially accepted his resignation, a police official confirmed.
With Bhandari leaving, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Birendra Thapa is now recommended for promotion to SP. Thapa currently works at the Singha Durbar Police Circle and also holds a role at the National Police Training Academy.
Inspector Raju Adhikari has been recommended for promotion to DSP. He’s posted at the Area Police Office in Saranghat, Tanahun, and was part of the team investigating the Bhutanese refugee case. He is known within the force for his solid investigative work.
This change shows the police are preparing for fresh leadership and opening opportunities for newer officers. While Bhandari’s resignation seems to be a personal choice, it comes during a time when the Nepal Police is working on reorganizing and renewing its leadership.
