Nepal Teachers' Federation Announces Strong Protest from August Over Unaddressed Demands
Summary
The Nepal Teachers' Federation has announced a strong protest from August over unaddressed demands, including equal facilities for teachers and school staff, simpler transfer rules, and better support for schools. Chairman Laxmikishor Subedi said the government’s latest budget discriminates against teachers and promised a larger protest program soon.
Key Points
- The Nepal Teachers' Federation announced a strong protest from August after saying the government has ignored its demands.
- Chairman Laxmikishor Subedi said the latest budget discriminates against teachers and school employees by denying them facilities given to other government professionals.
- The Federation wants equal service benefits, simpler teacher transfer rules, and better arrangements for scholarships, midday meals, free electricity, and internet in schools.
- A demand letter with around 40 to 50 points will soon be submitted to the Minister of Education before the protest schedule is made public.
