Kathmandu: The government has launched an investigation after reports emerged that some education consultancies in Nepal have been sending students to fake colleges in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
According to Education Minister Mahabir Pun, several consultancies have allegedly registered institutes in UAE free zones and are sending Nepali students there under the pretense of higher education. In reality, these institutions are not recognized colleges, and many students are reportedly facing hardships upon arrival.
Minister Pun, in a Facebook post on Wednesday, warned students to be cautious before applying to study in the UAE, noting that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has received multiple complaints about students being deceived.
“The issue is under serious investigation. No one should fall into such traps,” Minister Pun wrote.
Authorities are coordinating with relevant agencies to verify the authenticity of the institutions and to take action against consultancies involved in fraudulent activities.