KATHMANDU: Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat has pledged to allocate budget as per the capacity for women’s empowerment and enhancement of their rights. Inaugurating 16-Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence at the National Women Commission today, the Minister said, “Presently budget more than the State’s capacity is being spent for social security allowance and […]
Inaugurating 16-Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence at the National Women Commission today, the Minister said, "Presently budget more than the State's capacity is being spent for social security allowance and a significant portion goes for infrastructure developments. Despite this scenario, women's empowerment is the priority of the government in various ways."