Pakistan Donated Modern Computer Lab to Gyanodaya Secondary School, Strengthening Educational Ties

EDUCAST, H.E. Abrar H. Hashmi, Ambassador of Pakistan, inaugurated and formally handed over a newly established computer laboratory at Gyanodaya Secondary School, located in Purano Kalimati, Bafal, on the outskirts of Kathmandu. The donation, a generous contribution from the people of Pakistan, is part of continued support for education and digital learning in Nepal.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by community leaders, local government representatives, civic and social figures including former Governor of Nepal and Vice-Chairperson of the National Planning Commission Dr. Deependra Bahadur Chhetri, Chairperson of the school management committee Mr. Ram Babu Koirala, Chairperson of the teachers-parents association Mr. Debakhar Bhattarai, Chairperson of Ward No. 13, Kathmandu Metropolitan Mr. Dhruba Narayan Manandhar, Head of District Education Coordination Dr. Samantamani Acharya, Head of KMC Education Division Mr. Keshav Gyawali, and School Principal Mrs. Vishnu Ghimire Rimal.

Pakistan’s longstanding support for education at Gyanodaya School was warmly appreciated. The school’s first computer lab, donated in 2013, has served students for the past 12 years. The newly established lab is equipped with 40+2 brand-new computers, new furniture, and upgraded flooring, and will be used to provide ICT education to higher classes. The previous lab, after refurbishment, has been moved to the primary section to enhance early digital learning.

In his speech, Ambassador Hashmi praised the school’s leadership, teachers, and community for their dedication, active participation, and effective management, which have produced visible and sustainable educational outcomes. Addressing the graduating students, he emphasized the importance of staying connected to culture and traditions while embracing modern education and digital transformation. He encouraged them to leverage information and communication technologies and explore emerging fields like artificial intelligence, e-commerce, innovation, and fintech.

Students and community leaders also expressed appreciation for the announcement of establishing a ‘Nepal-Pakistan Friendship Society’ at the school. They welcomed the Embassy of Pakistan’s commitment to support the school’s music and sports societies—initiatives expected to further strengthen the bonds of friendship between Pakistan and Nepal.