Addressing an interaction on ´Microfinance and Poverty Reduction in South Asia´, organized by the SAARC Secretariat here today, he said although the poverty rate was gradually declining in the south Asia, the growing inequality was a hindrance. So, the united programmes in rural areas ensuring inclusion and social accountability were needs of hour.[break]
Saying that solar enterprises and mobile phones had been tools of improving rural economy of Bangladesh, he pointed out the need of education and social justice for socio-economic transformation of any country.
On the occasion, Vice-Chairman of the National Planning Commission, Dipendra Bahadur Kshetry said programmes focusing dalit, oppressed and women could help reduce poverty in south Asia.
Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Dr Yuvraj Khatiwada said rise in employment, mobilization of domestic resources and reserve capacity were some of the issues to focus.
Other industrialists speaking on the occasion stressed the need of regional cooperation with inclusion would be beneficial to address poverty issues.
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