Kathmandu Metropolitan City Convenes Assembly: Focus on IT, Infrastructure, and Digital Governance
Digital Governance Kathmandu Assembly
19th December 2025, Kathmandu
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is setting its sights firmly on the future. The KMC has officially called the Kathmandu Metropolitan City Assembly’s 18th session for Poush 11.
Digital Governance Kathmandu Assembly
This crucial session is expected to unveil major plans, particularly in the realm of Digital Governance and infrastructure, marking a significant step toward modernizing the capital’s civic services.
This move underscores KMC’s commitment to leveraging technology for enhanced public service delivery and efficient urban management.
The decision to convene the Assembly was finalized during the 44th Executive Meeting. Mayor Balendra Shah (Balen) chaired the meeting held on Friday.
The executive body meticulously reviewed and deliberated on a wide array of municipal issues. The focus was on ensuring that the upcoming Assembly session addresses the most pressing needs of the city and its residents.
Key Proposals: A Vision for a Smarter City
The meeting was highly productive. It saw discussions and decisions on a remarkable 30 proposals spanning multiple critical sectors. Among these, areas directly relevant to a tech-focused portal like ICTFrame stand out:
Information Technology (IT): Proposals aimed at strengthening KMC’s digital backbone were front and center. Plans for new e-governance systems and expanding digital services were discussed.
Administration & Revenue: Technology integration will streamline administrative processes and boost revenue collection efficiency. Implementing smarter tax and registration systems is a priority.
Infrastructure Development: Discussions covered sustainable urban infrastructure, with a clear push for smart city solutions integrated into new projects.
Environment & Heritage: Using technology for better waste management, pollution control, and the digital preservation of cultural heritage were integral parts of the agenda.
Prioritizing Digital Governance and E-Services
A major theme emerging from the Executive Meeting is the KMC’s aggressive pursuit of Digital Governance. The Assembly session will likely formalize initiatives to move many civic services online.
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Citizens will soon access services more easily, transparently, and quickly. This paradigm shift utilizes IT to minimize bureaucratic hurdles and enhance accountability.
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City recognizes that a world-class capital needs world-class digital services. Investing in robust IT infrastructure is no longer an option it is a necessity.
Proposals specifically addressed the need for greater inter-departmental data sharing and a unified digital platform for citizens.
Broader Sectoral Discussions
While IT and infrastructure held significant focus, the meeting also covered several other vital areas. The 30 proposals touched upon:
Law and Human Rights: Ensuring legal frameworks keep pace with technological advancements and urban development.
Metropolitan Police Force: Enhancing security operations through better communication and surveillance technology. Health and Education: Digitalizing health records and integrating smart learning solutions into city schools.
Social Development & Cooperatives: Using technology to improve social welfare schemes and managing cooperative data more effectively.
International Relations: Leveraging digital platforms to foster better international cooperation and knowledge exchange.
What’s Next: The Poush 11 Assembly
The upcoming Assembly on Poush 11 (December 26, 2025) will be a landmark event. All these key proposals will be presented for final ratification.
The session is poised to define the operational and financial roadmaps for the coming period. Mayor Shah is actively pushing to ensure that the vision for a smart, modern, and digitally connected Kathmandu becomes a reality.
The implementation of strong Digital Governance policies is expected to be the main highlight. This robust debate on IT and infrastructure indicates a proactive approach by the Metropolitan City leadership.
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