Dr Govinda KC plans hunger strike in Udayapur over unfulfilled health reform demands
Summary
Dr Govinda KC is preparing to begin a hunger strike in Udayapur from Thursday, October 29, over the government’s failure to implement past agreements on health sector reforms. His supporters are still searching for a suitable venue after a temple committee refused permission.
Key Points
- Dr Govinda KC plans to launch a hunger strike in Udayapur over unfulfilled government commitments on health reform.
- Supporters are looking for an alternative venue after the Radhakrishna Temple premises in Bokse declined to host the protest.
- KC has staged 24 hunger strikes since 2012, repeatedly demanding reforms in medical education and an end to medical mafia influence.
- His most recent hunger strike in Dhangadhi ended after a seven-point agreement, which supporters say remains unfulfilled.
