Nepal's school students to undergo military-style cadet training under new bill registered in parliament
Summary
Nepal plans to introduce military-style cadet training for school students from Class 8 to 12 under a new National Cadet Corps bill, aiming to build disciplined and patriotic youth for national emergencies.
Key Points
- Nepal's Federal Parliament registered a new bill proposing structured military-style training for school students as part of a revamped National Cadet Corps.
- Training will be divided into Junior (Classes 8-10) and Senior (Classes 11-12) divisions with both phases at school and dedicated centers.
- Instructors will be Nepal Army personnel, and cadets will wear army-compliant uniforms and receive accommodation and insurance during training.
- The bill allows the government to mobilize trained volunteers during national emergencies, aligning with constitutional directives for national service.
