India to fund eight community projects in Nepal worth Rs 803 million
Summary
India and Nepal have signed agreements for eight High Impact Community Development Projects worth Rs 803 million across education, health and agriculture. The projects include a digitalised health institute in Dharan, new hospitals in Dailekh and Sunsari, and agricultural centres and facilities in several districts.
Key Points
- India and Nepal signed MoUs for eight High Impact Community Development Projects worth Rs 803 million.
- The projects cover education, health and agriculture, including infrastructure in Dharan, Bhojpur, Dhading, Morang, Dailekh, Humla, Syangja and Sunsari.
- India has undertaken 605 HICDPs in Nepal since 2003, with 512 already completed.
- The Indian Embassy says the projects support Nepal’s development efforts in priority sectors.
