KATHMANDU: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has announced plans to provide concessional loans to promote youth-focused self-employment, entrepreneurship development, and job creation. The metropolis has also unveiled a special “Gen Z, Gen Alpha” initiative in its policy and program for the fiscal year 2026/27.
According to the policy and program presented by Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol during the first meeting of the 19th Municipal Assembly session, KMC will implement targeted empowerment programs for marginalized and vulnerable groups, including women, children, senior citizens, Indigenous peoples, nationalities, persons with disabilities, Dalits, unprotected individuals, gender and sexual minorities, single women, and the families of martyrs.
“The One Ward, One Model Program will be institutionalized to ensure its effective implementation and long-term sustainability,” the policy document states. It further announces a metropolitan campaign aimed at providing free health and counseling services to senior citizens and persons with disabilities at their homes. Nutritional allowances will also be provided to residents aged 75 years and above, as well as to individuals with complete disabilities living within the metropolis.
The policy further states that Kathmandu Metropolitan City will certify modern and traditional knowledge, skills, and arts as part of its effort to realize the vision of a “City of Humanity.”
To promote bird-friendly urban practices, water containers will be installed in neighborhoods, schools, parks, and communities across the metropolitan area to provide drinking water for birds.
The policy and program also highlights a special “Gen Z, Gen Alpha” initiative designed to strengthen engagement between respected national figures and the younger generation. It emphasizes recognizing young people as key drivers of good governance and pledges to incorporate their suggestions and address their needs through collaborative efforts.
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