Sunday, June 21st, 2026

Nepal’s economic growth projected at 4.61% this fiscal year



KATHMANDU: The government has projected the country’s economic growth rate to reach 4.61 percent for the current fiscal year.

Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel stated that Nepal’s economic size is estimated to reach Rs. 6.17 trillion by the end of the fiscal year.

He informed lawmakers that the agriculture sector would contribute approximately 25.16 percent to the total Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

The Finance Minister also noted that Nepal’s per capita income has reached USD 1,517, reflecting a gradual recovery and moderate economic expansion after a period of sluggish growth in previous years.

Publish Date : 29 May 2025 14:23 PM

Gagan Thapa urges RSP to build culture of internal accountability

CHITWAN: Nepali Congress leader Gagan Kumar Thapa has urged Rastriya

PM Shah says Nepal has evidence on Kalapani and Lipulekh border issue

KATHMANDU: Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said that Nepal possesses

Balendra Shah admits anti-corruption commission interference controversy, says discussions can go on for years

KATHMANDU: Prime Minister Balendra Shah has acknowledged controversy surrounding alleged

Rabi Lamichhane says no one can defeat RSP if party avoids factionalism

CHITWAN: Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has said

Rabi Lamichhane urges Congress and UML to resolve internal disputes

CHITWAN: Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has said