KU to award scholarships to 72 students from every local level in Kavre

In coordination with Kavre Sewa Samaj, Kathmandu University is preparing to award scholarships to two students from each of Kavre's 13 local levels to study agriculture and artificial intelligence (AI).

At an interaction with the heads and deputy heads of Kavre's local levels in Dhulikhel on Friday, it was agreed that KU will cover 50 percent of the cost, the local level 25 percent and the student the remaining 25 percent.

Kathmandu University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Achyut Wagle, who attended the interaction, asked Kavre Sewa Samaj to sign agreements with the municipalities without delay so that the scholarships can begin this year.

The interaction also discussed what Kavre Sewa Samaj can contribute to the development of Kavre district and other areas. The Samaj was formed by people born in Kavrepalanchok who work in various professions and businesses in the capital.

Representatives of the local governments suggested that the Samaj concentrate on supporting the municipalities as a think tank and on coordinating among them on the large plans and programmes the district needs as a whole.

Dhulikhel Municipality Mayor Ashok Kumar Byanju noted that Kavre Sewa Samaj counts among its members experienced experts who have served at senior levels in the country's administration, judiciary, security agencies and business, and suggested that it also bring in Kavrelis around the world to build a strong diaspora.

Panchkhal Municipality Mayor Mahesh Kharel said efforts are under way in Panchkhal to modernise agriculture and link it with artificial intelligence.

Banepa Municipality Mayor Shanti Ratna Shakya, Namobuddha Municipality Mayor Kunsang Lama, former secretary and educationist Janardan Nepal, Kavre Sewa Samaj Chairman Purushottam Nepal and former chairman Prahlad K.C., among others, discussed the scope for collaboration between Kavre Sewa Samaj and the local governments.