The government’s decision to pursue science and technology sector through a separate ministry has been seen linking it with the state’s long-term development strategy.
The government has formed the Ministry with the objective of institutionalizing the research, research, invention, promotion and development of science and technology.
Similarly, the new ministry has been given the responsibility of establishing, managing and regulating the data system related to the quality and use of nuclear technology and radioactive materials.
The ministry’s jurisdiction also includes the study of the ozone layer, measurement of solar radiation and information dissemination, calibration and certification of scientific instruments, use of chemical substances and regulation.
The government has also given priority to the management of nuclear energy and nuclear materials.
Subjects related to Nepal Academy of Science and Technology, National Forensic Science Academy, planetarium, observatory and science museum will also come under the purview of this ministry.
Innovation, technology development and industrial modernization are also the top priorities of the Ministry.
Similarly, the Ministry has the authority to sign treaties, agreements, liaison and coordination with national and international organizations related to science and technology.
At a time when the science and research sector in Nepal has been suffering from budget crunch, policy ambiguities and the problem of migration of skilled manpower for a long time, the targeted results in this sector are expected to be achieved after the formation of the new ministry.
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