27th August 2025, Kathmandu
The E-Governance Board in Nepal organized multistakeholder discussions on the National Data Exchange Platform and Data Interoperability, aiming to simplify government services, improve transparency, and enhance digital governance.
National Data Exchange Platform Nepal
Nepal is taking a decisive step toward digital transformation with the government’s plan to establish a National Data Exchange Platform; a move expected to revolutionize service delivery and strengthen e-governance.
The announcement came during a discussion organized by the E-Governance Board on data exchange and interoperability, where key stakeholders from government, private sector, and ICT associations shared their vision for a connected digital ecosystem.
Ending Repetitive Bureaucracy
Speaking at the program, Chiranjibi Adhikari, Senior Vice President of the Federation of Computer Association Nepal (CAN Federation) and CEO of One Cover Pvt. Ltd., said the platform will end the long-standing frustration of citizens repeatedly submitting the same personal details to different government agencies.
“This initiative will make service delivery faster, transparent, and reliable. Citizens will only need to provide their personal and biometric information once,” Adhikari said.
Toward Digital Nepal
The platform aligns with the government’s broader Digital Nepal framework, which aims to improve efficiency, accountability, and transparency across public institutions. Officials said the system will streamline operations by enabling different government bodies to share information through a single, secure interface.
Adhikari noted that although tools like the Nagarik App have laid the foundation, the current siloed structure of data across agencies continues to cause delays. Organizations such as the Employee Provident Fund and the Social Security Fund face challenges due to separate standards, while hospitals struggle to access patient histories from insurance companies.
“The lack of interoperability is a major obstacle. A unified data platform is the solution,” he added.
Building a Connected Data Ecosystem
The proposed Data Exchange Platform will allow automatic and secure data transfers between agencies, reducing duplication and ensuring consistency.
e-governance Board called the initiative a “big concept” that aims to integrate government and private organizations into a single ecosystem.
Experts highlighted that the system would benefit multiple sectors, which could leverage artificial intelligence for better analysis, to agencies like the National Identity Card Department, Customs Department, and Internal Revenue Department, which would gain seamless coordination.
Security and Standardization
Alongside efficiency, the platform will prioritize data security and cyber resilience. By introducing integrated data standards, all agencies will be able to “speak the same language,” ensuring smooth collaboration and better protection of sensitive information.
The government’s inclusion of the data exchange system in its annual policies and programs underscores its commitment to restructuring business processes and modernizing governance.
A Step Toward Citizen Empowerment
Chiranjibi Adhikari stressed that the platform is more than a technological upgrade—it is a transformative leap for Nepal.
“The Data Exchange Platform is the key to building a faster, transparent, and secure government service system. It will simplify administration and empower every citizen,” he said.
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