The KP Sharma Oli-led government has faced widespread criticism for removing Kulman Ghising from the top post of Nepal Electricity Authority.

The decision to remove Ghising from the post of Managing Directing of power utility is being criticized by the ruling party Nepali Congress as well.

Meanwhile, various organizations have staged demonstrations in Maitighar and New Baneshwor today in protest against the government decision to sack Ghising.

A Cabinet meeting held on Monday dismissed Ghising from his position and appointed Hitendra Dev Shakya to the post.