Dr Govinda KC refuses to end hunger strike despite government appeal
Summary
Dr Govinda KC has refused to end his hunger strike, saying he will continue until the government addresses his demands for reforms in medical education, healthcare, good governance and social justice. The Education Ministry says most of his demands have already been fulfilled or are being addressed, but KC has accused the government of acting against the spirit of their previous agreement.
Key Points
- Dr Govinda KC is continuing his 25th hunger strike despite the government’s appeal to end it.
- He says the government has not implemented the July 27 agreement in good faith and has taken decisions contrary to good governance and social justice.
- KC is protesting the allocation of medical seats at Martyr Dasharath Chand University of Health Sciences in Geta and has demanded action against officials over alleged conflicts of interest.
- The Education Ministry says it has made progress on his six demands and has urged him to end the fast and continue talks.
