Nepal’s home minister pledges service over self-interest
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In Lalitpur, Nepal, Home Minister Sudan Gurung stated he feels responsible for fulfilling the hopes of all Nepali people and does not approach his position with arrogance or selfishness.
Gurung made these remarks while unveiling a memorial plaque dedicated to Binod Maharjan, a martyr of the Jenge Movement that occurred on August 23, 2082 (Nepali calendar). He explained he entered political leadership to realize the dreams of the people, not to simply hold office.
Gurung emphasized his role as a public servant, committing to work until his last breath to meet the expectations of Nepali citizens and honor the sacrifices of martyrs like Maharjan. He recalled carrying Maharjan’s body to Pashupati Aryaghat and shared that while initially hesitant to enter politics, he felt compelled to do so out of a sense of duty to the martyr’s vision and his country.
The minister also criticized politicians motivated by corruption and the pursuit of power, while encouraging leaders to learn from those with integrity and abandon greed. Gurung asserted that a government should respond to citizens’ suffering with action, personally visiting disaster sites rather than delivering speeches. He praised the Nepal Police and Armed Police Force for their rescue efforts during crises, and pledged government support to boost their morale.
