Federation of Nepali Journalists Launches Protest Against Government Media Directive
Summary
The Federation of Nepali Journalists has started a protest campaign against a government directive requiring exclusive publication of notices in state media, urging the withdrawal of the circular.
Key Points
- The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) has launched a protest against a government circular mandating use of state-owned media for government notices.
- The government circular applies to all federal ministries, commissions, secretariats, and provincial and local levels.
- FNJ General Secretary Ram Prasad Dahal stated their demands were ignored after meeting Minister Bikram Timsina.
- Protests are scheduled from 25 to 29 Chaitra, involving former FNJ presidents, editors, and political party leaders, with further actions planned if demands are unmet.
