"Nepal's Evolving Landscape: Nurturing the Future Amidst Diversity"
Nepal, a Himalayan haven, not only boasts towering mountain peaks and the resilient Sherpas who conquer them but also harbors a rich tapestry of ecology and culture. With a population of 29 million, the demographic distribution reflects a nation in transition. While half of the populace resides in the low-lying southern Terai plains, 43% occupies the middle hills, and 7% calls the northern mountains home. The country has undergone a transformative shift from a unitary to a federal system in 2017, giving rise to three tiers of government—federal, provincial, and local. This change holds promise for the youth, as many governmental functions related to children are now decentralized, providing opportunities for targeted actions that respond to local needs. Nepal's youthful demographic structure, with 40% of the population under 18 years, necessitates strategic investments in children and adolescents for national development. Despite the nation's aspirations to graduate from being...