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Govt resources not enough for Lumbini’s dev: Minister Khatiwada


02 April 2019  

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LUMBINI: Minister for Finance Dr Yuba Raj Khatiwada today said government resources are not enough to undertake the Lumbini Development Master Plan.

He pledged to initiate on behalf of the Lumbini Development Trust (LDT) and the government to seek international community’s support for Lumbini’s development.

Minister Khatiwada, who visited Lumbini today, also stated that the government would cooperate with the LDT to realize its goal within the next three years.

On the occasion, he said the government lacks sufficient resources and budget required to implement the plan within the next three years.

He maintained that Lumbini being the world heritage site, needs international support for its management and promotion.

The minister also visited the Mayadevi Temple, and an under-construction meditation center, among other places in Lumbini.

Publish Date : 02 April 2019 13:38 PM

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