Education Bill on government’s top priority: Education Minister
Summary
The government is giving top priority to the School Education Bill, with Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel promising a transparent, participatory drafting process. He said the new act will address teacher registration, appointments, promotion, school structure, and coordination among federal, provincial and local governments.
Key Points
- Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel said the government is prioritizing the School Education Bill.
- He pledged a transparent and participatory process and said stakeholder suggestions will be incorporated into the bill and act.
- Pokharel stressed clearer division of powers, stronger local-level roles and at least 20 percent of the total education budget.
- Officials said the School Education Act is expected to be brought before the winter session of federal parliament with broad consensus.
