SC stays decision to dissolve trade unions

Summary

The Supreme Court has stayed the government's decision to dissolve trade unions in state-run institutions and student organizations at universities pending further hearings.

Key Points
  • The Supreme Court issued a stay order on the government's decision to dissolve trade unions in state-run institutions.
  • A joint bench including Acting Chief Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla granted the stay, with dissenting views from Justices Binod Sharma and Sharanga Subedi.
  • The Court summoned both parties for a hearing scheduled on May 20 and directed the Attorney General's office to respond within seven days.
  • The Court also stayed the dissolution of student organizations at universities pending a hearing on May 18.
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