FNCCI Election Shiva Ghimire Team Unveils “Secure Private Sector” Manifesto
31st March 2026, Kathmandu
The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) is preparing for its 60th Annual General Meeting and elective assembly on April 11 and 12 (Chaitra 29-30), and the electoral battle is heating up.
FNCCI Election Shiva Ghimire Team
Shiva Prasad Ghimire, the Commodity Vice-Presidential candidate from the Anjan Shrestha-led panel, has officially released a detailed commitment paper aimed at transforming Nepal’s apex business body.
Under the powerful vision of “Secure Private Sector: Empowered Federation,” the Ghimire group’s manifesto promises to move away from individual interest-driven leadership toward a member-centric, transparent, and proactive institution.
Key Pillars of the Ghimire Group’s Manifesto
The commitment paper outlines five strategic pillars designed to address the current economic stagnation and policy hurdles facing Nepali entrepreneurs.
1. Structural Reform & Secretariat Modernization
The group identifies the FNCCI Secretariat as the backbone of the organization. Their primary goal is to restructure it into a “Center of Excellence” by:
Integrating modern digital management systems.
Hiring and training highly skilled professional manpower.
Ensuring that the Federation serves as a reliable service provider for every member, rather than a closed-door club.
2. Policy Advocacy & Commodity Council Empowerment
A major grievance among Nepali business owners is the lack of representation in government decision-making. Ghimire proposes:
Mandatory Participation: Ensuring FNCCI representatives are present in all government policy discussions regarding trade and industry.
Customs & Payment Reform: Lobbying for lower customs duties on industrial raw materials and forcing the government to release stalled payments for completed public projects.
3. Innovation in Agriculture and Startups
To drive the next generation of economic growth, the Ghimire group is focusing on:
SME & Startup Support: Creating a conducive environment for innovation-led entrepreneurship.
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Agricultural Value Chains: Eliminating exploitative middlemen and building an integrated “Production-to-Market” value chain.
Global Branding: Launching a national initiative to promote “Made in Nepal” products in international markets.
4. Energy Security and Tourism Growth
With Nepal’s energy and tourism sectors being vital economic drivers, the manifesto outlines:
Strategic Storage: Ensuring 3 to 6 months of energy storage capacity to prevent supply shocks.
Business-Friendly Tourism: Pressuring the government to revise airfare fees, permit costs, and taxes to make Nepal a more competitive global destination.
5. Protecting the Prestige of the Private Sector
The Ghimire group emphasizes that the FNCCI must act as a “Shield” for its members. The manifesto highlights the need for:
Policy Stability: Protecting businesses from sudden and arbitrary changes in government regulations.
Property Rights: Ensuring the safety of private investments and the dignity of the business community against administrative harassment.
The Electoral Landscape: Ghimire vs. Shrestha
As the election dates approach, political observers note a clear distinction between the competing factions. While the Ghimire-Anjan Shrestha panel has been lauded for its specific, time-bound commitments and a structured vision, the rival Naresh Lal Shrestha group is currently perceived as in flux, with a less defined roadmap for the Federation’s future.
The Ghimire group has asserted that their commitment paper is not just “campaign rhetoric” but a binding document that will be subject to annual public audits and performance evaluations.
“We are here to lead through action, not just words,” says Shiva Prasad Ghimire. “The private sector needs a protector and a partner, and that is exactly what our team offers.”
With the Nepali economy facing various macroeconomic challenges, the outcome of the Chaitra 29-30 election will be pivotal in determining how the private sector navigates the coming years.
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