‘Govt, is there a room vacant?’: Deepa Nepali's protest completes 200 days
Summary
A sit-in at Maitighar Mandala demanding an end to caste-based discrimination in house rentals has entered its 200th day, with protesters accusing the government of inaction. Activists say they will expand the campaign nationwide until legal protection and equal housing access are ensured.
Key Points
- A sit-in at Maitighar Mandala against caste-based discrimination in house rentals completed 200 days on Wednesday.
- Protesters led by Deepa Nepali and lawmaker Bimala BK say the government has failed to take effective steps despite repeated demands.
- The campaign seeks legal prohibition of housing discrimination, strict punishment, equal access to housing, and action against arbitrary rent increases.
- Former prime minister Baburam Bhattarai and other public figures joined the gathering in support of the protesters.
