KATHMANDU, MAY 14
The government is set to prioritize the construction of sports infrastructure in the new fiscal year.
Accordingly, the construction of cricket stadiums in Mulpani (Kathmandu), Biratnagar (Morang), and Fapla (Kailali) will be expedited.
Additionally, the ongoing construction of the Gautam Buddha Cricket Stadium in Bharatpur, Chitwan, will be accelerated through collaboration between the federal, provincial, and local governments. Further construction works, including the upgrade of the Kirtipur Cricket Stadium, will receive priority.
According to the government's policy and programs for the upcoming fiscal year, presented by President Ramchandra Paudel at the federal parliament today, youth will be advanced as important partners and contributors in all spheres of social life through skill development, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training.
Arrangements will be made to provide fellowships to 1,000 talented youths in various fields, with encouragement for the private sector to offer fellowships as well. Opportunities for sports and yoga practice will be created for everyone.
Meanwhile, national-level competitions will be organized to promote Nepal's native and traditional sports and to discover talented athletes. An international competition of modern-tech e-sports will also be organized, along with age-specific sports competitions for children.
The government is committed to increasing the participation of women in sports, providing career development opportunities for all athletes.
Nepali athletes who achieve success in international sports competitions will be rewarded with subsistence allowances.
