The number of people obtaining non-resident citizenship has increased in Chitwan compared to those who have given up their Nepali citizenship.

Since last July, 40 individuals have renounced their citizenship, while 49 have acquired non-resident Nepali citizenship.

Assistant Chief District Officer Chiranjivi Sharma pointed out that among those renouncing their citizenship are 13 women and 27 men. He noted that individuals usually renounce their Nepali citizenship upon arriving in Nepal to obtain non-resident citizenship.

Since July, 20 women and 29 men in the district have successfully secured non-resident citizenship. He explained that to acquire citizenship, one must fill out the form provided by the office, submit a photocopy of their passport, a photocopy of their foreign citizenship, a renunciation certificate of citizenship, and have it verified by a relative or acquaintance.

He mentioned that Nepalis living abroad often seek non-residential citizenship to facilitate investments in Nepal. Additionally, he stated that in the district, the citizenship of two individuals has been revoked.

Citizenship has been revoked for those holding dual citizenship or who have engaged in anti-state activities. Since July, 3,759 individuals have received citizenship based on descent from this office, and 11 individuals have obtained citizenship through marriage.