by: Suman Pant
New Schemes to Help the Poor and Vulnerable.
Universal Primary Education:
Free primary education for all children.
UPE School Feeding Program:
Provides meals to primary school children.
National Agricultural Advisory Services:
Provides agricultural extension services to farmers.
Microfinance Support Facility:
Provides loans to micro-entrepreneurs.
Empowerment for Women and Youth:
Provides training and support to women and youth.
Free Health Care for Mothers and Children:
Provides free healthcare to mothers and children under the age of five.
Skills Development for Youth:
Provides training to youth to help them find employment.
National Employment:
Provides temporary employment to unemployed people.
Vulnerable Group Fund:
Provides assistance to vulnerable groups such as the elderly, disabled, and orphans.
Operation Wealth Creation:
Promotes agricultural production and economic development.