Kathmandu Valley Municipalities Defy Federal Government, Announce Early Academic Calendar for 2083
Summary
Kathmandu Valley municipalities have announced an early academic calendar for 2083, starting student enrollment on Baisakh 11 and classes on Baisakh 15, defying the federal government's later schedule.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Valley local levels will start student enrollment campaign for academic session 2083 from Baisakh 11 and classes from Baisakh 15.
- The Valley Mayors Forum rejected the federal directive and published their own academic calendar based on local government authority.
- The decision aims to reduce confusion and prevent disruptions in the education sector as per the Constitution and local governance laws.
- Forum urged schools to prioritize electric vehicles and prepare online classes due to the ongoing fuel crisis.
