Government tables two bills in House
Summary
The government introduced the Diploma Engineering Council Bill and the National Defense University Bill in the House of Representatives, while a committee report on the National Forensic Science Laboratory bill was also tabled. The measures aim to regulate diploma engineering, expand defense-related higher education, and strengthen forensic science services.
Key Points
- Minister Sunil Lamsal introduced the Diploma Engineering Council Bill, 2026 to make the diploma engineering profession more systematic and dignified.
- Minister Sovita Gautam introduced the National Defense University Bill, 2026 on behalf of Prime Minister and Defense Minister Balendra Shah.
- A committee report on the National Forensic Science Laboratory bill was tabled after 16 meetings and revisions to 27 of the bill’s 33 sections.
- The bills will now move into clause-by-clause discussion and amendment in the House of Representatives.
