National Assembly Approves Health Science Institute Ordinance
Summary
The National Assembly of Nepal approved the ordinance to amend laws related to health science institutes, aiming to standardize administration and eliminate favoritism, despite opposition claiming it lacked transparency. The government also doubled the health insurance budget to improve the program's effectiveness.
Key Points
- The National Assembly approved the 'Ordinance to Amend Some Nepal Laws Related to Health Science Institutes, 2083'.
- MP Mina Singh Rakhal opposed the ordinance, citing lack of transparency and political motivations.
- Minister Nisha Mehta defended the ordinance as necessary for uniformity and ending favoritism in health science institutes.
- The health insurance budget was increased from 7.5 billion to 15 billion to enhance the program's sustainability.
