In a transformative stride toward modernizing education, the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has begun installing high-capacity smart boards in community schools, starting with Padmodaya Secondary School at Ramshah Path. The initiative, which integrates advanced technology and teacher empowerment, features durable smart boards with a 50,000-hour operational lifespan, rigorously tested for security and durability.
Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, in a recent Facebook post, underscored the project’s phased implementation, stating, “The 313 boards procured through public procurement have been installed only after thorough technical and safety evaluations, including ensuring the screens withstand normal impacts without cracking.” He emphasized that installation prioritizes schools where teachers have already received training, while others will follow once educators are prepared. “Our children are our top priority. Investing in their future is how we instill pride in their schools, society, and nation. This effort demands everyone’s ownership,” he added.
Engineer Shailendra Jha, a member of the KMC Urban Commission, explained that the program aligns with the metropolis’s goal to “improve results through evidence-based infrastructure and teacher development.” The boards are part of KMC’s flagship campaign, Education for Earning, Kathmandu’s Wish, which has allocated Rs 200 million for IT-friendly classrooms and digital learning, according to acting education officer Keshav Gyawali.
To ensure seamless adoption, KMC has coupled the rollout with teacher training and curriculum reforms. Schools lacking trained staff will receive instruction first, followed by board installations. The initiative also strengthens the weekly “book-free Friday” program, promoting project-based learning, peer collaboration, and interactive reviews across 25 subject subgroups.
“These tools redefine learning by encouraging creativity and critical thinking,” said Sasmit Pokharel, assistant expert at KMC’s Urban Planning Commission. With crack-resistant screens and long-term durability, the smart boards symbolize Kathmandu’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and fostering equitable, future-ready education for all students.
The Mayor’s call for collective responsibility highlights KMC’s vision of a community-driven educational transformation, ensuring every child benefits from innovative, sustainable learning environments.
