The Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) has proposed three major development projects aimed at bringing diaspora investment, skills and technology into Nepal’s key sectors, including health, education and public transport.
The proposals were endorsed following the organisation’s recent unity convention, with senior vice-president Robin Sherchan tasked with leading their implementation through the trade and investment department.
One of the flagship plans is an integrated hospital and care complex. The project envisions not just a medical facility but also retirement and care homes designed to support elderly parents of Nepalis living abroad. The facility is expected to combine healthcare services with safe living spaces and could introduce international standards and expertise into Nepal’s health sector.
The second proposal focuses on establishing NRNA schools. These institutions aim to connect second-generation Nepali children living abroad with their language, culture and roots, while also offering internationally aligned education. The initiative is intended to create a shared platform for young members of the diaspora and encourage long-term engagement with Nepal.
The third project targets Kathmandu’s growing urban challenges. NRNA has proposed introducing modern electric double-length buses to improve public transport, reduce congestion and cut pollution. The service is expected to operate along key routes, including the Ring Road, with prior consultations already held with local authorities.
To support these initiatives, NRNA is preparing to launch an Rs 10 billion development fund under a public-private partnership model. The organisation plans to attract global Nepali investors through international roadshows across multiple regions.
Officials say the projects could generate jobs, strengthen infrastructure and encourage greater economic participation from the Nepali diaspora.