ADB pledges rs 12 billion for improvement of secondary education in Nepal

<p>The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced financial assistance worth Rs 12 billion to improve education quality and an access to secondary education in Nepal.<br><br>Of the total loan and grant pledged, Rs 50 million will be availed as a grant, according to the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.<br><br>The amount will be released to help the Ministry of Education implement the seven-year plan for School Sector Development Plan. <br><br>With the aid, around 200 model buildings capable of withstanding disasters including earthquake will be constructed in various locations across the country. &nbsp;<br><br><br></p>