Writ Petition Filed Against Nepal Insurance Authority Chairman Sharad Ojha

Kathmandu – A writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, challenging the qualifications and age of Sharad Ojha, who was recently appointed as the Chairman of the Nepal Insurance Authority. The petition, registered under case number 081 WO 1066, alleges that Ojha does not meet the required qualifications for the position.

Advocate Indira Dhamala filed the petition under Public Interest Litigation, claiming that Ojha, who has a background in journalism, submitted false information to the Council of Ministers and acted unlawfully to secure the appointment. The petition demands the annulment of his appointment, citing a lack of required experience in the insurance sector.

The Council of Ministers had decided to appoint Ojha to the position on Falgun 12, 2081 (Feburary 24, 2025), selecting him from a shortlist that also included Ram Sharan Pudasaini and Damodar Basaula. Ojha, 33, has reportedly been involved in journalism since 2072 BS but does not have the mandatory five years of experience in the insurance industry.

The petition argues that Ojha’s appointment was obtained through deception, as he allegedly provided false information to meet the eligibility criteria. A preliminary hearing on the petition was held today.