Indian Assistance of NRs.1,28,91,494/- for Shree Kalinchowk Secondary School, Charikot, Dolakha

The foundation stone for construction of school building for Shree Kalinchowk Secondary School, Charikot, Dolakha was laid by Minister(Economic Cooperation) on behalf of Ambassador of India on September 4, 2006 in the presence of the representatives of local Government and community leaders at a public gathering.

This educational project, first in Dolakha district by cooperation from the Government of India, at a cost of NRs.1,28,91,494/- for construction of school building will greatly contribute to the education in Dolakha and adjoining districts by providing improved infrastructure for learning.

The commitment of India to triple the development assistance and double the scholarships for Nepalese students to strengthen and diversify bilateral economic cooperation, following Prime Minister of Nepal’s visit to India in June 2006 was reiterated during the function as well as the need for development of education as the most important requirement for the overall development in Nepal. Other speakers at the meeting expressed deep appreciation for India’s continuing contribution in the education sector.

Currently the bilateral cooperartion programme between the two countries is witnessing the realization of 155 projects in education, health and infrastructure sector in all 75 districts of Nepal with an outlay of NRs. 1800 crores. These are ongoing projects, and distinct from the Rs.15 billion economic package announced during the visit of Prime Minister Koirala to India.