Nepal UK
Kathmandu, Nepal — The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has begun revoking the licenses of institutional schools that are registered but not in operation. This action is part of a major move to ensure accountability and improve the quality of education within the city.
The move follows a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation process by the local government. This effort is a key part of a broader strategy to refine the city's education sector.
Deputy Mayor Sunita Dangol confirmed the crackdown. She noted that while some licenses are being revoked, the metropolis is also helping actively operating schools.
For example, some institutions, including Mahila Jyoti and James Namuna schools, have been given permission to relocate. This helps them continue to provide education in a new location.
In a related move to promote Nepali identity, 21 institutional schools have been approved for name changes. This decision follows a previous notice by the KMC for schools to adopt names that reflect Nepali culture.
In a forward-looking step, KMC has also formed a high-level task force. It is led by Dr. Suraj Raj Kafley and is meant to tackle systemic issues in community schools.
The task force is set to produce a detailed report with recommendations on a range of crucial topics. Its work will focus on school operation standards, resource mapping, physical infrastructure, and the overall quality of education.
The findings from this task force will be used to guide KMC's future policies. The goal is to uplift community-based education and ensure all schools within the metropolis meet established standards.
(Source: RSS reporting)
