Lumbini, Nepal – Lumbini Buddhist University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kul Prasad Khanal as its new Director of Planning and Monitoring. Dr. Kul Prasad Khanal was officially welcomed to the university on 23rd June 2024 by Dr. Manika Ratna Shakya, Dean of the Faculty of Buddhist Studies.
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Dr. Kul Prasad Khanal was selected for the position through a competitive open recruitment process conducted by the university.
“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Kul Prasad Khanal to Lumbini Buddhist University,” said Dr. Manika Ratna Shakya. “His experience and knowledge will be invaluable as we continue to develop and grow our academic programs.”
Dr. Kul Prasad Khanal expressed his commitment to using his expertise to further the university’s mission of promoting Buddhist education. “I am honored to join Lumbini Buddhist University and look forward to working with the faculty, staff, and students to achieve our shared goals,” he said.
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The event was attended by all officers, teachers, and staff members of the university’s central office, marking a significant moment in the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its administrative and academic framework.
Lumbini Buddhist University looks forward to a new era of growth and excellence under the guidance of Dr. Kul Prasad Khanal.