NELTA Lalitpur Successfully Concludes One & Half Years English Access Scholarship Program

EDUCAST, The Nepal English Language Teachers’ Association (NELTA) Lalitpur branch has officially marked the successful accomplishment of its English Access Scholarship Program (Access), a transformative eighteen months’ educational initiative funded by the U.S. Department of State.

Designed to empower economically disadvantaged students aged 13–15, the program provided intensive English language instruction, leadership development, media literacy, community service initiatives, and cross-cultural learning opportunities to 40 students. Over the course of the eighteen months’ journey, participating students demonstrated significant growth in their communication skills, critical thinking, and global awareness.

Reflecting on the milestone, Dinesh Kumar Thapa, Chair of the NELTA Lalitpur Branch, expressed deep gratitude to the core leadership team, instructors, local stakeholders, and partner organizations who contributed to the program’s seamless execution. He highlighted that the dedication of the educators and mentors played a vital role in creating an engaging, supportive learning environment for the scholars.

In an official acknowledgement, Chair Dinesh Kumar Thapa extended special thanks to Prof. Dr. Laxman Gnawali the President of NELTA, , Mr. David Fay the RELO Officer, U.S. Department of States, Mr. Bishwa Raj Gautam, RELO Program Specialist, and to the Host School and Participating Schools along with Head Teachers. He expressed gratitude to key contributors and NELTA team members, including Sanjaya Timalsina, Sumitra Ghimire, Bishwo Sharma, Kiran Thapa, Rama Rai, and Ramesh Bhatta, whose collective efforts and steadfast guidance ensured the program’s overall success.

“We are immensely proud to appreciate NELTA Lalitpur for the successful accomplishment of the Access Program in Lalitpur,” stated Sudip Neupane, the Access Program Coordinator for the English Access Scholarship Program in Nepal. “Special thanks go out to all the distinguished instructors, coordinators, school authorities, and supporters who sacrificed their time and energy to uplift our students. Seeing the growth, confidence, and leadership potential of these young learners is the ultimate reward for our joint efforts.”

NELTA President Prof. Dr. Laxman Gnawali highlighted that the Access Program continues to empower students in Nepal by building the language skills and confidence needed for higher education, global scholarships, and career success. With the graduation of the Lalitpur cohort, NELTA reaffirms its commitment to raising English teaching standards and creating valuable educational opportunities nationwide.