In a remarkable event held on Poush 13, 2080, Friday, Khwopa Engineering College witnessed the distribution of scholarships totaling approximately 34 lakhs to 71 deserving students from the 2076 and 2077 batches. The ceremony, graced by esteemed Chief Guest Sunil Prajapati, Mayor of Bhaktapur Municipality and Chairman of Khwopa Engineering College, marked a significant step towards supporting academic excellence.
The scholarships, categorized as 25%, 50%, and 100%, aim to alleviate the financial burden on students and promote higher education accessibility. Mayor Prajapati, in his address, highlighted the longstanding commitment of Bhaktapur Municipality to education. He emphasized the municipality's historical dedication, mentioning that Bhaktapur Nagar Panchayat provided free education up to class seven when the government's provision was only up to class five.
Mayor Prajapati proudly stated that the current representatives are following the footsteps of their elders, focusing on providing quality education at an affordable fee, even for individuals from common strata. The municipality, through its academic institutions, allocates 4-5 crores annually as scholarships and extends support further by providing education loans up to 5 lakhs to students.
Moreover, Bhaktapur Municipality is actively involved in supporting students pursuing various academic programs, particularly in arts and humanities. The commitment to education was evident in the ceremony, where Mayor Prajapati, as Chief Guest, distributed scholarships to the students, encouraging them to excel in their academic pursuits.
The event also featured congratulatory messages from Sujan Maka, Principal of Khwopa Engineering College, and Sunil Duwal, Principal of Khwopa College of Engineering. Both expressed their heartfelt congratulations to the deserving students and offered best wishes for their continued success in their academic journeys.
The scholarship distribution ceremony served not only as a financial boost for the recipients but also as a testament to the unwavering commitment of Bhaktapur Municipality to fostering education and supporting the aspirations of the youth.