Nepal Police Spokesperson Directs Officers to Ensure Truthfulness and Transparency in Information Dissemination

Kathmandu. Inspector General of Police (DIG) Rabi Narayan Kafle, the Central Spokesperson for the Nepal Police, has directed police spokespersons and information officers across the country to be truthful, objective, and transparent when disseminating information.

During an interaction held virtually from the Nepal Police Headquarters on Tuesday, he emphasized that the information provided to journalists and citizens must enhance public trust and the organization's reputation.

DIG Kafle provided a detailed briefing to police officers regarding the Right to Information Act 2064, the Police Communication Policy 2060, and the provisions for using social media. He specifically advised extra caution when using social media and instructed them to work in a manner that positively impacts the organization's image.

The program also included discussions on the precautions and constitutional provisions to be followed when holding press conferences or issuing press releases.

Police spokespersons and information officers from various bureaus in the Kathmandu Valley, Traffic Police Office, Airport Security Office, as well as spokespersons from all seven provinces participated in the interaction.

The Central Spokesperson specifically urged all office spokespersons to be responsible, noting that the role of information dissemination is crucial in fostering positive public perception and increasing the public base.