Industrial Revolution Needed to Prevent Student Migration | Bhawani Prasad Paudel | Sarthak Shikshya

March 16, 2025
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In this exclusive interview, Bhawani Prasad Paudel, the Chairman of HISSAN Bagmati Province and Principal of Jaya Multiple Campus (JMC), shares his insights on the evolving landscape of Nepal’s education system. He discusses the challenges faced by private educational institutions, the growing trend of student migration, and the need for a strategic transformation to retain students within the country.

Paudel strongly advocates for an industrial revolution, emphasizing that creating better economic opportunities is crucial to preventing the outflow of talented students seeking education and employment abroad. He also talks about his vision for HISSAN (Higher Institutions and Secondary Schools’ Association Nepal), outlining his plans to enhance collaboration among educational institutions and policymakers.

The interview delves into the current gaps in Nepal’s education sector, the impact of global trends on local institutions, and potential solutions to improve quality, affordability, and accessibility in education. Paudel also highlights the role of technology, skill-based learning, and industry-academia partnerships in shaping a more sustainable and competitive education system in Nepal.