Kathmandu: Ncell has strongly criticized the Nepal government for making public an investigation report on the company’s share purchase and sale, arguing that the decision violates the constitutional and legal rights to privacy and confidentiality.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Ncell objected to the publication of the Study and Investigation Report on Ncell Share Purchase and Sale, 2080, prepared by a committee coordinated by Tankamani Sharma Dangol. The company said the report was made public through the website of the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology following a Cabinet decision dated Shrawan 26, 2083.
Ncell said the government had disclosed sensitive information that should have remained confidential under existing laws in the name of good governance, transparency and citizens’ right to information. It termed the government’s decision a “gross violation” of legally protected confidentiality and strongly condemned the move.
The company argued that the publication violates the right to privacy guaranteed by Article 28 of Nepal’s Constitution, as well as confidentiality protections provided under the Privacy Act, 2018, the Income Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act.
Ncell further claimed that the government’s decision to publish the report contradicts a court ruling. According to the company, the High Court on Ashadh 31, 2083 dismissed a writ petition seeking an order to make the investigation report public, and the decision remains final. Publishing the report despite the court ruling, Ncell said, undermines judicial integrity and violates the constitutional and legal obligation to respect court decisions.
The company maintained that although the government may use information, documents and data collected by the investigation committee for investigation, prosecution or determination of potential offences, the law does not authorize it to place such materials in the public domain.
Ncell also warned that the disclosure of confidential information relating to its business, investments, shareholders, directors and beneficiaries could cause irreparable damage to the company and undermine investor confidence.
The company cautioned that such actions could adversely affect Nepal’s investment climate and discourage foreign investment, while creating obstacles to investment and business promotion.
Ncell said the consequences could ultimately extend beyond the company itself, warning that continued disclosure of sensitive business information could cause long-term damage to Nepal’s broader investment and economic interests.
Publish Date: August 13, 2026
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