Administration in Koshi Province

[2] The government of Nepal transformed the existing appellate court in Biratnagar on 14 September 2016.

As per the government decision, there will be extended benches in Illam, Dhankuta and Okhaldhunga under the high court in Biratnagar.

[3] Tej Bahadur KC is the current chief judge of Biratnagar High Court.

[4] Clause 148, 149, 150 and 151 of Constitution of Nepal, 2015 defines District Courts, appointment, qualification, terms and remuneration of chief justices.

It also maintains coordination between the provincial and Federal government and among the local bodies in the district.

The Ministry of Home Affairs appoints a chief district officer (CDO) in each DAO.