Nurse managers face multiple challenges while planning and organising staff development programmes due to the dynamic nature of healthcare settings and increasing demands on nursing services. One major challenge is shortage of nursing staff, which makes it difficult to release nurses from clinical duties for training without affecting patient care. Heavy workloads, extended shifts, and high patient turnover often result in poor participation and reduced enthusiasm for development activities. Limited financial and material resources also pose significant challenges. Budget constraints may restrict access to expert trainers, updated learning materials, simulation equipment, or external training programmes. Nurse managers must often balance competing priorities, making it difficult to allocate sufficient