Local Government Services

The Municipal Executive office of the Mikwakhola Rural Municipality (मिक्वाखोला गाउँपालिका, ताप्लेजुङ) is located at Mikwakhola, Taplejung District, Koshi Pradesh of Nepal. Mikwakhola Gaupalika is a local government. It has incorporated in 2017 AD and has been providing various kinds of local government services through 5 Wards.

Mikwakhola Rural Municipality operates through a centralized office located in Ward No. 4 (Thalang), with satellite offices across all five wards. The administrative team includes the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Chief Administrative Officer, and various branch heads responsible for finance, health, agriculture, planning, employment, and ICT services.

• Chairperson: Bhakta Bahadur Karki

• Vice-Chairperson: Dandu Lama Sherpa

• Chief Administrative Officer: Vimal Gautam

• Official Contact: [email protected] | Phone: 9742691943

Core Municipal Services

Infrastructure and Development Planning

The municipality manages physical infrastructure development under its Planning Division. Road improvements, ward connectivity, and essential public infrastructure such as water supply and electricity expansion are handled by the municipal engineer and technical team.

Finance and Revenue Management

Local taxes are collected on entertainment, services, and business operations. Annual policies, budgets, and development plans are transparently published. Community toll bodies are involved in minor infrastructure maintenance.

Hydropower and Energy Projects

The Mewa Khola Hydropower Project (101 MW) is currently under preparation. Once operational, this project is expected to provide energy security and contribute to the municipality’s income.

Agriculture and Livestock Services

Agriculture Officer Jay Kishor Singh oversees crop support, irrigation planning, and seed distribution. The Livestock Services Division organizes health camps, vaccinations, and breed improvement programs, aiming to modernize traditional animal husbandry.

Healthcare and Public Health

Health Coordinator Lalit Narayan Yadav coordinates public health initiatives. Periodic health camps, sanitation campaigns, and awareness programs are conducted in all wards.

Employment and Skills Programs

The Employment Service Center, led by Pawan Bhattarai, offers skill training, job placement assistance, and youth employment subsidies under national schemes.

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

All wards are connected via fiber-optic internet (100 Mbps) since 2023. Niroj Dhakal leads the ICT Division, which maintains digital records, promotes online services, and coordinates computer literacy campaigns.

Administrative Framework and Governance

Legislative Oversight

The municipality enacts local legislation through its Municipal Assembly. Budgets, strategic plans, and policy frameworks are openly published. A dedicated Judicial Committee handles community-level disputes.

Citizen Interaction

Public feedback is collected through online surveys and municipal service forms. Citizens can access tax records, application forms, and service updates via the official municipal portal.

Public Service Gaps and Opportunities

Banking Access

The municipality currently lacks a commercial bank branch. Residents must travel to Phungling for financial services. Efforts are ongoing to collaborate with national banks to establish a local branch.

Infrastructure Expansion

Broadband connectivity and mobile services are being upgraded. Village access roads and foot trails are prioritized for all-season usability.

Education and Technical Support

Plans are underway to expand digital education resources in partnership with local schools. The municipality is also evaluating opportunities for establishing a technical education center.

Summary of Key Services

• Governance: Chairperson-led council, judicial oversight, and transparent decision-making

• Infrastructure: Road, electricity, water supply, public construction projects

• Finance: Local tax system, annual plans, toll management

• Health: Routine and mobile health services, awareness programs

• Agriculture: Seed support, livestock vaccination, advisory services

• Employment: Skill training, job registration, entrepreneurship support

• ICT: Full ward connectivity, e-governance services, digital recordkeeping

• Energy: 101 MW Mewa Khola Hydropower development in progress

Mikwakhola Rural Municipality continues to evolve with a balanced focus on tradition, innovation, and local empowerment. Each ward contributes to shaping inclusive growth while preserving the cultural and ecological richness of Taplejung.