Public debt up Rs 14 billion as FY 2082/83 begins

Summary

Nepal's public debt increased by over Rs 14 billion in the first month of fiscal year 2082/83, reaching Rs 2.684 trillion, which is 43.94% of GDP.

Key Points
  • Nepal's public debt rose by over Rs 14 billion in the first month of fiscal year 2082/83 (2024/25).
  • Total sovereign debt stood at Rs 2.684 trillion by mid-August, equivalent to 43.94% of GDP.
  • External debt accounts for 52.26% (Rs 1.42 trillion) and domestic debt 47.74% of total debt.
  • Rs 36.68 billion has been spent on interest payments out of Rs 411 billion allocated for debt servicing this fiscal year.
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