KATHMANDU, May 29: The government has allocated Rs 218.30 billion for the education sector in the upcoming fiscal year 2026/27.
Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle announced the allocation while presenting the federal budget in Parliament on Friday.
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The education budget is lower than the allocation made for physical infrastructure and urban development. The government has allocated Rs 286 billion for physical and urban infrastructure-related programs under the respective ministry.
Officials said the allocation aims to improve access to quality education while ensuring balanced investment across key development sectors.
