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National Decentralization Policy

This presentation outlines the objectives, principles, and types of decentralization proposed in the National Decentralization Policy. It further discusses the enunciation framework, key policy statements, and aspects of the policy, focusing on administrative, political, and fiscal decentralization. The policy aims to establish a holistic framework that enhances the self-reliance, autonomy, and capacity of local governments. It promotes transparency, accountability, participation, and inclusiveness in governance.

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National Decentralization Policy

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  1. National Decentralization Policy Department of Local Governance Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs

  2. Financial and Technical Support

  3. Outline of the presentation • Brief background • Objectives • Principles of the policy • Types of decentralization being proposed • Framework for enunciation of the Policy • Summary of Policy statements • Key aspects of the Policy • Q&A

  4. Background • NC recommended to conduct a Diagnostic Study on local governance. • Local Governance Assessment Study was commissioned and funded by the SDC. • Study recommended to develop a consolidated National Decentralization Policy • In 2016, the Prime Minister had directed the Home Ministry to review the CDG, GDG and DDG in the form of annual capital grants, and capacity development of the Human Resource in the Local Governments. • Concept Note approved by the 150th session of the LhengyeZhungtshog on 9thJanuary 2018.

  5. Objectives of the Policy • To provide the vision and a holistic framework for decentralization process. • To establish a coherent policy and legal framework that provides strategic guidance for a coordinated and integrated approach to decentralization among all stakeholders • To improve the enabling environment for LGs to be more self-reliant, autonomous with adequate human and financial resources • To lay the foundation for a Decentralization Implementation Plan

  6. Principles of the Policy • Unity and harmony • Sustainability • Gradualism and flexibility • Participation • Equity and inclusiveness • Transparency and accountability • Responsiveness • Non-partisanship • Multi-sector and multi-stakeholder • Subsidiarity

  7. Types of Decentralization

  8. Framework for enunciation of Policy

  9. Summary of Policy Statements • Administrative Decentralization • Devolution as the main mode of decentralization • Harmonization of legal and policy framework • Strengthening Inter-governmental relations and coordination mechanisms • Devolution of Human Resources Management • Developing Sustainable LG Capacity • Strengthening ICT Infrastructure and promoting e-governance

  10. Summary of Policy Statements • Political Decentralization • Revised framework for participatory and integrated planning • Improved transparency and information sharing mechanisms • Deepened citizens’ engagement, social accountability and partnership • Fiscal Decentralization • Progressive fiscal decentralization • Enhancing self-reliance through own source revenue generation

  11. Key aspects of the Policy • Policy function – Central Government • Technical support and M&E – central Government • Institutional connect – through LG resolutions • HR deployment in key areas • HR functions decentralization • CD decentralization

  12. Key aspects of the Policy • Establishment of a fair system of PE • Coordination, including CSOs and CBOs • Periodic review of DoRF • Progressive increase in grant for LGs, plus untying them • Inclusive governance (women, youth, vulnerable groups) • Local fiscal policies, including OSRs • Increase tax base

  13. Q&A

  14. KADINCHE LA!

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