Nepal’s ICT Budget FY 2082/83: AI and Robotics For a Modern Healthcare Future
30th May 2025, Kathmandu
In a significant stride towards modernizing its healthcare landscape, Nepal has announced the integration of robotic technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its health services.
Nepal’s ICT Budget FY 2082
The landmark announcement was made by Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel during the presentation of the upcoming fiscal year’s budget, signaling a clear government commitment to ensuring equitable access to advanced medical care for all citizens.
Minister Paudel highlighted the government’s vision, stating, “To ensure access to healthcare for all citizens, telemedicine and digital health services will be expanded, and robotic technology along with artificial intelligence will be utilized for providing advanced healthcare.”
Beyond the introduction of cutting-edge technologies, the government also plans a nationwide expansion of telemedicine and digital health services. This strategic move aims to bridge the persistent urban-rural healthcare divide, making medical consultations and treatments accessible even to the most remote populations and underserved regions.
The inclusion of robotics and AI is poised to usher in a new era for healthcare delivery in Nepal. These technologies are expected to revolutionize various aspects of medical services, including assisting in precision surgeries, automating diagnostics, streamlining patient monitoring, and significantly enhancing decision-making processes for doctors and healthcare providers.
This initiative aligns Nepal with global healthcare trends, where AI and robotics are already demonstrating their potential to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver personalized treatment solutions.
The government’s vision extends to building a comprehensive “smart healthcare infrastructure.” By investing in AI and robotics, the administration aims to:
Enhance diagnostic accuracy
Improve patient outcomes
Reduce operational challenges in hospitals
Minimize human error in treatments
Provide remote surgery assistance through robotics
Nepal’s decision to adopt AI and robotic technologies in healthcare marks a pivotal moment, paving the way for a more inclusive, efficient, and technologically advanced medical services for all its citizens.
For more: Nepal’s ICT Budget FY 2082
