Budget raises civil servants’ salaries by 21 percent, boosts spending on sports, health and social welfare

Key Points

• Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle announced a 21 percent salary increase for government employees, addressing inflation over the past four years.
• The budget allocates Rs15 billion for health insurance and introduces air ambulance services in Karnali Province.
• Sports infrastructure development includes building cricket and football stadiums across major cities with modern facilities.
• Social welfare measures include increased allowances for female health volunteers and nutrition support for Dalit children under five.