Finance Minister Allocates NPR 2.27 Billion for Women, Children, Gender, and Sexual Minorities in FY 2083/84 Budget
Summary
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has allocated NPR 2.27 billion for women, children, gender, and sexual minorities in the FY 2083/84 budget, along with NPR 120 billion for social security and various social welfare programs.
Key Points
- Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle allocated NPR 2.27 billion for women, children, gender, and sexual minorities in fiscal year 2083/84.
- NPR 120 billion allocated for social security, including support for Dalit communities and nutritional aid for Dalit children under five.
- Budget provisions include free health treatment and financial assistance for Gen Z movement martyrs and injured individuals.
- Plans to develop disability-friendly infrastructure, establish rehabilitation centers, and integrate gig workers into formal labor and social security frameworks.
- National campaigns to end social evils like untouchability, gender-based violence, child labor, and child marriage are also planned.
