ASCOL, Nepal’s first science college, is in shambles. Will it ever change for the better?

Amrit Science College (ASCOL) is the first science college in Nepal. Established as Public Science Campus by Amrit Prasad Pradhan in 1956, it was initially located on the premises of Tri-Chandra College, Ghantaghar. It shifted to its current location in 1961. After Pradhan died in a plane crash on January 24, 1996, Public Science College was renamed as Amrit Science College (ASCOL).

One of the oldest higher education institutions in Nepal’s capital, ASCOL has a glorious history as, over the years, it has produced key science scholars in the country. However, it is in shambles currently, and it is not certain if it will change for the better.