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Kathmandu,Nepal: Nepal's Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey, announced a significant legislative move aimed at enhancing the authority and efficiency of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN). Speaking at CAAN's 26th anniversary celebration in Kathmandu, Minister Pandey revealed that the Cabinet has approved a bill to restructure CAAN into a regulatory body and a service provider, a change designed to elevate the authority's status and improve aviation safety standards.
The proposed legislation, which has faced delays in the past, is expected to be discussed in the upcoming parliamentary session. Minister Pandey emphasized that this initiative is crucial for addressing longstanding issues within Nepal's aviation sector, including its poor safety record, which has seen multiple fatal accidents in recent years.
Pandey reassured stakeholders that the new laws would not diminish employee benefits and would instead focus on enhancing the credibility of the aviation authority. He stated, "This legislation aims to uphold CAAN's dignity and ensure that any changes address stakeholder concerns."
The restructuring is seen as essential for Nepal to comply with international aviation standards and potentially remove itself from the European Commission's air safety blacklist. The successful passage of these bills could pave the way for improved operational efficiency and safety in Nepal's aviation industry.
As part of this reform effort, Minister Pandey also acknowledged ongoing challenges faced by Nepal Airlines in effectively managing its fleet and indicated that the government is considering measures to optimize operations within the national carrier.
This legislative push marks a pivotal moment for Nepal's aviation sector as it seeks to align with global best practices and restore confidence among travelers and international partners.
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