Nepal Democratic Indigenous Peoples Federation Concludes Second National Conference in Kathmandu
Summary
The Nepal Democratic Indigenous Peoples Federation concluded its second national conference in Kathmandu with a 23-point Kathmandu Declaration-2083 calling for constitutional amendments, stronger indigenous rights, and greater inclusion in state institutions and party structures.
Key Points
- The Nepal Democratic Indigenous Peoples Federation concluded its second national conference in Kathmandu and unanimously passed a 23-point Kathmandu Declaration-2083.
- The declaration calls for constitutional amendments, proportional inclusive representation, implementation of language provisions, and the creation of autonomous and protected areas for indigenous communities.
- It also demands an Indigenous Peoples Ministry, stronger powers for the Indigenous Peoples Commission and Tharu Commission, and meaningful representation within the Nepali Congress.
- Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa attended the inaugural ceremony as chief guest.
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