KATHMANDU, NOVEMBER 30
Pakistan has handed over a newly established computer laboratory to Gyanodaya Secondary School in Purano Kalimati, Bafal, Kathmandu, strengthening its long-running support for digital education in Nepal.
The lab was formally inaugurated on Friday by Abrar H. Hashmi, Ambassador of Pakistan. The initiative, funded by the people of Pakistan, aims to enhance ICT learning opportunities for Nepali students.
The ceremony was attended by former Nepal Rastra Bank governor and former National Planning Commission vice-chairperson Dr. Deependra Bahadur Chhetri, Ward 13 Chairperson Dhruba Narayan Manandhar, Head of District Education Coordination Dr. Samantamani Acharya, KMC Education Division Head Keshav Gyawali, School Principal Vishnu Ghimire Rimal, and other local leaders, teachers, and community members.
The school expressed appreciation for Pakistan's continued assistance, noting that the country had first donated a computer lab in 2013, which has supported student learning for the past 12 years. The new lab includes 40+2 brand-new computers, fresh furniture, and upgraded flooring. The old lab, after refurbishment, has been relocated to the primary section to expand early digital literacy.
Ambassador Hashmi praised the school's leadership and community members for their dedication and effective management, highlighting their role in achieving "visible and sustainable educational outcomes." Addressing students, he encouraged them to stay rooted in their cultural traditions while embracing modern digital skills, including artificial intelligence, e-commerce, innovation, and fintech.
Students and local representatives welcomed the announcement of a 'Nepal-Pakistan Friendship Society' at the school and the embassy's commitment to support music and sports programs. According to the embassy, these initiatives are expected to further strengthen people-to-people ties between the two countries.
