Nepal Cabinet approves Federal Civil Service Bill and US health grant

The Nepal Cabinet has approved the Federal Civil Service Bill for submission to the Federal Parliament. This decision was announced by government spokesperson and Education Minister Sasmita Pokhrel following a Council of Ministers meeting.

Additionally, the Cabinet accepted a $20.7 million grant from the United States government intended for the improvement of health services.

Other key decisions include the approval of national forest area usage for several infrastructure projects, including the Kamala-Dhalkeshwar-Pathlaiya section of the East-West Highway and various hydropower projects. The Cabinet also approved legislative amendments to the Animal, Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection Act and the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.