Nepal, March 20 -- Bhaktapur Hospital is recognized as one of the country's top hospitals, yet it is grappling with severe infrastructure issues.

Nepal's second-oldest government hospital, Bhaktapur Hospital has been declared a provincial-level outstanding hospital and has even received numerous awards. However, the ground observation unveils a different reality: the hospital is swamped under a mountain of problems.

One of the biggest challenges is inadequate infrastructure. Due to this, even a CT scan machine worth Rs 80 million is set to be installed in a temporary shelter. The shortage of space has also limited the hospital's ability to operate at full capacity, undermining the efficiency of its services. "The public hearing held on ...