12.3.1 A nationwide programme will be developed and implemented with a view to attracting community, civil society and private sector participation to install basic communication Services and internet access points around community centers such as schools, health posts and public libraries

12.3.2 Special regulatory and CSR related measures will be taken to encourage telecom operators (fixed and/or wireless) to provide toll-free service to not-for-profit agencies supporting community initiatives in areas such as education and health counseling services across the country;

12.3.3 Appropriate regulatory and licensing framework will be created to provide special incentives for youths and women in the establishment of ICT services in rural and underserved areas across the country.

12.3.4 Special programmes will be developed to support local and indigenous content development as well as applications targeting the capturing and dissemination of local and indigenous knowledge, content and information resources as well as the promotion of Nepali languages and cultural heritage;

12.3.5 Steps will be taken to address gender-based inequalities and instituting gender- sensitive measures to encourage the active participation of women in national and community-based ICT initiatives