Government Ordinance Abolishes Party-Based Trade Unions in Offices and Student Unions in Universities
Summary
The government led by Balendra Shah has abolished party-based employee trade unions in government offices and student unions in universities through an ordinance, sparking mixed reactions and plans for legal challenges.
Key Points
- The government has abolished party-based employee trade unions in government offices and student unions in universities via ordinance.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah defended the move aiming to improve governance and service delivery.
- Leaders of employee and student organizations are preparing legal challenges against the ordinance.
- Critics argue that trade unions are protected by the constitution and international standards, and abolition violates democratic rights.
