The House of Representatives in Nepal has unanimously approved the National Service Corps Bill aimed at promoting inclusive national service training, particularly prioritizing students from remote areas.
KATHMANDU — On September 21, 2026, Nepal’s House of Representatives unanimously passed the National Service Corps Bill, 2083. Presented by Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Sobita Gautam on behalf of the Prime Minister and Defence Minister, the legislation outlines the establishment and operational framework of the National Service Corps. The bill was extensively reviewed by the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee prior to passage. A key provision of the bill establishes criteria for student eligibility for National Service Corps training, with a priority focus on students from remote and inaccessible regions of Nepal. Lawmakers actively participated in deliberations before reaching consensus. The National Service Corps aims to foster national integration and provide development opportunities through service training programs targeted at Nepal’s youth, particularly those from underserved areas.
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- https://thehimalayantimes.com/kathmandu/national-service-corps-bill-passed-by-house