Sasmit Pokharel

A significant trend of Nepali youth pursuing education abroad is raising concerns about the nation's development and skilled manpower shortage, while European Union (EU) Ambassadors met with the Education Minister to discuss educational and cultural ties. The EU countries are noted as key destinations for Nepali students, with ambassadors reaffirming support for academic exchanges.

Tribhuvan University (TU) and the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) are discussing a short-term arrangement for the TU cricket ground, as the university's 25-year lease agreement has expired. Matches will only be permitted with prior university approval, and CAN must submit its schedule in advance.

The cabinet meeting held on Monday decided to set the minimum support price for paddy for the upcoming fiscal year 2083/84. Government spokesperson Sashmit Pokharel announced that the price for coarse paddy was set at 3,660 rupees per quintal and for medium paddy at 3,860 rupees per quintal. This decision aims to ensure farmers receive a fair price for their produce.

Minister for Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, met with professors overseeing universities during a transition period, instructing them to maintain examinations and administrative activities. He cautioned against making decisions with long-term implications while the process for appointing new vice-chancellors is ongoing across various universities.

The Nepali Cabinet appointed Joint Secretary Mukesh Dangol as the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN). Government Spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel announced that the cabinet also approved a reply letter to China for the Chilime-Kerung power transmission line, decided to publicize the Cooperatives Fraud Probe Commission report, and set the minimum support price for paddy.

The government has appointed Joint Secretary Mukesh Dangol as the new Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN). The decision was made during a Cabinet meeting on Monday, as announced by government spokesperson and Minister for Education, Sasmit Pokharel. Dangol, who has prior experience as an acting Director General, was selected from 21 applicants.

UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific and Equalities, Seema Malhotra, concluded a three-day visit to Nepal, pledging to expand cooperation in technical education and enhance educational quality. During high-level discussions, Malhotra emphasized investing in human capital by linking education to employment and economic growth, with Nepali officials requesting deeper foreign collaboration focused on inclusivity and research. The visit aimed to strengthen bilateral ties and explore long-term partnerships through Official Development Assistance.

Minister for Education and Sports Sasmit Pokharel announced that the government is introducing a new guideline and law to regulate colleges affiliated with foreign universities due to numerous complaints. He also pledged to address local concerns regarding infrastructure and services in Kathmandu.

Education and Sports Minister Sasmit Pokharel announced that the government will introduce a new guideline and law to regulate colleges affiliated with foreign universities due to numerous complaints. He also pledged to address local concerns regarding infrastructure and public services in his constituency, Kathmandu-5, during a public hearing.

Minister for Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, stated that the government will gradually address public concerns regarding roadways, sewage, electricity, and drinking water. Speaking at a public hearing in Kathmandu constituency-5, Pokharel also assured that infrastructure assessments for community schools would be conducted, with future budget allocations based on need rather than equal distribution. Additionally, he committed to a more transparent and professional process for selecting university vice-chancellors.