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Suraj Ghimire

The author is a lecturer of Economics at Rupandehi Campus, Bhairahawa.
ecosuraj@gmail.com

Enhancing Development Planning in Nepal

Published On: January 25, 2024 09:30 AM NPT By: Suraj Ghimire

The plan serves as the foundation for all preliminary preparations before any work begins, aiding in goal setting and resource management. It outlines various aspects, including the nature of the work, and is crucial for achieving specific objectives. In the context of a country’s development, a plan is necessary to implement economic decisions by distributing resources appropriately. In essence, the action plan for achieving objectives within a specific period can be termed a development or economic plan.

Remittance inflows pose Dutch Disease risk in Nepalese economy

Published On: August 16, 2023 08:37 AM NPT By: Suraj Ghimire

Poverty, income inequality, and low domestic production capacity are significant issues in the country. Import rates are rising rapidly, while export growth remains sluggish. Both the agricultural and industrial sectors face inadequate investment. Additionally, the economy is hampered by insufficient physical infrastructure, energy crises, and political instability. The reliance on imported goods leads to a prominent trend of marginal consumption. Furthermore, the weak investment multiplier and low capital formation contribute to the challenges faced by the economy.

Exploring Pathways to Economic Recovery

Published On: June 21, 2023 08:30 AM NPT By: Suraj Ghimire

Nepal is currently facing various macroeconomic problems such as low economic growth, truncated capital expenditure, high trade deficit, dwindling revenue, rising public debt, and falling demand. Likewise, industrial businesses have not been able to operate at full capacity, with some industries even reaching the point of closure.

A Disappointing Picture of Capital Expenditure

Published On: May 10, 2023 09:00 AM NPT By: Suraj Ghimire

Expenditure made by the government on infrastructure and development projects is referred to as public capital expenditure. This spending is primarily focused on areas such as roads, bridges, buildings, communication, energy, and irrigation. Capital expenditure plays a crucial role in boosting production, income, and employment within the economy.