Science Minister Pledges Budget for Forensic Science Lab
Summary
Science Minister Mahabir Pun has pledged to allocate increasing yearly budgets for the establishment and operation of the National Forensic Science Laboratory, emphasizing inter-ministerial cooperation for its progress.
Key Points
- Science Minister Mahabir Pun pledged to secure annual budget allocations for the National Forensic Science Laboratory.
- Budget constraints have previously stalled the establishment of the forensic lab.
- The minister emphasized collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the lab's construction and operation.
- The forensic lab is crucial for the judiciary as well as for government ministries dealing with public and foreign affairs.