India’s generous gesture: 34 ambulances and 50 school buses gifted to Nepal’s districts

The Embassy of India in Kathmandu  today gifted 34 ambulances and 50 school buses to various organizations working in the fields of health and education respectively, spread across various districts of Nepal.

The keys of vehicles were handed over by Ambassador Naveen Srivastava in the presence of  Ashok Kumar Rai,  Minister of Education, Science & Technology, Government of Nepal. Mayors; Chairman of Municipalities / Rural Municipalities of various districts; Representatives of various beneficiaries organizations; Other political representatives, officials of Nepal Government, Social Workers etc. were also present in the event.

This act of generosity aligns with the long-standing tradition of the Government of India to provide ambulances and school buses to Nepal on significant occasions like Independence Day and Republic Day. This practice has been in place since 1994, reflecting the importance given to Nepal’s health and education sectors by the Indian government.

During the event, Ambassador Srivastava highlighted the Nepal-India Development Partnership Program and its role in supporting Nepal’s efforts to improve infrastructure in the health and education sectors. He emphasized the ongoing partnership between the two countries, which has a historical legacy and widespread geographical coverage throughout Nepal. The ambassador expressed his hope that this assistance would contribute to Nepal’s development journey, making a positive impact on the lives of its people.

Minister Rai expressed his appreciation for the ongoing developmental projects initiated by the Government of India in Nepal. He acknowledged the support provided by India, emphasizing its role in enhancing people-to-people connectivity and promoting bilateral relations between the two nations. The minister also acknowledged the wide-reaching nature of Indian assistance, which encompasses schools and health facilities across Nepal, from the Himalayas to the Terai region.

Since 1994, 974 Ambulances and 234 School buses have been gifted across Nepal, including those gifted today to various beneficiary organizations spread across various districts Nepal, till date. It is part of Government of India’s continued support for the efforts of Nepal to strengthen health and education facilities and also facilitating in easy physical access to these services.