German Firm Demands Security for Passport Project Amidst PM Advisors' Intervention

The German company responsible for Nepal's national passport system has formally requested heightened security from the government. This development follows a high-profile visit by Prime Minister's advisors Asim Shah, Vivek Mishra, and Madhav Khanal to the Passport Department. During their visit, German engineers facilitated the immediate processing of a sample passport for advisor Asim Shah, including comprehensive biometric data collection. This direct involvement from the Prime Minister's office highlights a significant governmental emphasis on expediting the passport project. The request for security underscores potential operational challenges in this critical national infrastructure endeavor.

• German passport contractor seeks security amidst direct PM advisor involvement in sample passport issuance.