Koshi Province, located in eastern Nepal, spans from the Terai plains to the high Himalayas, including parts of Mount Everest. The province experiences diverse climates: • Tropical and subtropical in the southern plains • Temperate climate in the middle hills • Alpine conditions in the mountainous regions • Annual rainfall ranging from 1,000 to 2,500mm

The province consists of: • 14 districts including Morang, Sunsari, Jhapa, and Solukhumbu • 137 local level units • Provincial capital: Biratnagar • Major cities: Dharan, Itahari, Birtamod

Key economic features: • Industrial corridor along the East-West Highway • Major tea and cardamom producing region • Home to Biratnagar Industrial Estate • International trade routes to India and Bangladesh • Diverse agricultural production • Growing tourism sector

The province is rich in: • Fertile agricultural land in the Terai • Forest resources covering 39% of land area • Rivers including Koshi, Tamor, and Arun • Mineral deposits including limestone and quartz • Biodiversity hotspots and protected areas

Population characteristics: • Total population: Approximately 5 million • Literacy rate: 68% • Young workforce: 60% under age 35 • Diverse ethnic groups and cultures • Growing urban population

Educational infrastructure: • Multiple universities including B.P. Koirala Institute • Technical training institutes • Research centers • Growing number of professional training programs • International educational partnerships