Nepal, April 9 -- After years in the shadows of men's cricket, Nepal's women's team has finally received a major lift, with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) allocating a dedicated budget of USD 500,000 (around Rs 74 million).

The decision, endorsed by CAN's central working committee on Monday, sets aside part of the grant from the International Cricket Council (ICC) exclusively for women's cricket-marking a significant shift from the past practice of a shared budget that left the women's game underfunded.

Calling it a landmark move, CAN officials said the investment will go beyond allowances, focusing on grassroots development and long-term player production. According to CAN Spokesperson Chhumbi Lama, the funds will support tourn...