Overview
Local Government Services at Malika Rural Municipality, Gulmi
Malika Rural Municipality, Gulmi (Malika Gaupalika Gulmi) is actively working to improve the daily lives of its citizens through a wide range of essential services.
Here’s how the local government is serving its community:
Administrative Services Made Easier
Residents can access important documents, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, directly through the ward offices. The municipality is also enhancing its digital systems to streamline processes and minimize paperwork delays.
Better Roads, Water, and Infrastructure
The municipality is investing in road upgrades, drinking water systems, and rural electrification. These efforts are helping connect remote villages and improve access to essential services, especially in hilly areas that were previously hard to reach.
Quality Education for All
Malika is focusing on making education more accessible and practical. A five-year education plan is already underway, aiming to enhance learning environments in all 51 schools, from early childhood centers to secondary schools.
Supporting Local Farming and Forests
To help farmers increase their yields and earn higher incomes, the municipality provides training, seeds, tools, and irrigation support. Community forests are also being protected and used wisely to benefit local families without harming the environment.
Health Care That Reaches Everyone
Health services are expanding, with regular maternal checkups, free ultrasound camps, and vaccination programs. In remote areas, health teams travel directly to villages. The municipality also distributes assistive devices, such as wheelchairs and crutches, to people with disabilities.
Social Protection and Community Programs
Support is given to elderly citizens, persons with disabilities, single women, and other vulnerable groups through social security allowances. Local festivals, traditional dances, and cultural programs are also encouraged to preserve heritage and bring the community together.
Faster and Transparent e‑Governance
The municipality is training staff and setting up systems, such as e-Sifaris—an online certificate service—to provide faster, more transparent services, eliminating the need for long office queues.
Planning for Smart Use of Resources
Every ward is working on smart ways to use local resources—from managing forests to maintaining public lands and water sources. Development projects are selected based on local needs and monitored to ensure real impact on people’s lives.
