Workers’ News 706 | December 14, 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News, a news bulletin created by workers, for workers. In this episode: 🔹 CPN-UML 11th National Congress officially began at Sallaghari, Bhaktapur. Party Chairperson KP Sharma Oli stated that reinstating the dissolved House of Representatives is essential to end the current political deadlock and restore constitutional order. 🔹 Mass participation of workers Thousands of workers affiliated with the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) took part in rallies organized from Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur ahead of the opening ceremony. 🔹 National leaders extend best wishes Leaders from various political parties, including the Nepali Congress, CPN (Maoist), Rastriya Prajatantra Party, Rastriya Swatantra Party, and Nagarik Unmukti Party, conveyed their greetings and best wishes for the successful completion of the Congress. 🔹 The opening ceremony featured cultural performances and was formally welcomed by CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 14, 2025 | 28 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gefont.nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnion #WorkersMovement #CPNUML #NationalCongress #LabourRights #WorkersSolidarity #NepalPolitics #WorkingClass #UnionStrong #WorkersVoice

Workers’ News 705 | December 12, 2025 Created by Workers, For Workers In today’s episode of Workers’ News, we bring you key updates from Nepal’s labour movement, gender justice campaigns, and nationwide worker mobilization efforts. 📰 Headlines of the Day 1️⃣ GEFONT President’s Call for Worker Participation GEFONT President Binod Shrestha has extended best wishes for the grand success of the CPN-UML 11th National Congress. Through a video message, he has urged all workers to participate in the opening ceremony on December 13, 2025, at Sallaghari, Bhaktapur. 2️⃣ 16-Day Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence — Women’s Gathering in Simara Under the theme “Use Technology Properly, End Gender-Based Violence”, GEFONT organized a women’s gathering in Simara, Madhesh Province. Province President Kamlesh Jha, National Committee Members Anand Thami, Geeta Bhandari, and others addressed the event. 3️⃣ Worker Mobilization for CPN-UML 11th National Congress GEFONT conducted mobilization gatherings on: December 10 → NESWHOMU, BAFSEU (Prabhu Bank), ITWAN (Lalitpur) December 11 → UNITRAV (Tokha) These efforts aim to ensure strong worker participation during the December 13 opening ceremony. 4️⃣ Let’s Make the National Congress a Grand Success Under the slogan: “Building a Decisive National Power Is Our Commitment — Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali Is Our Goal.” GEFONT encourages all workers to join the historic event at Sallaghari, Bhaktapur. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 12, 2025 | 26 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: www.facebook.com/gefont.nepal 🌐 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NepalTradeUnions #CPNUML #NationalCongress #WorkersMovement #GenderBasedViolence #16DayCampaign #LabourRights #WorkersVoice #NepalNews #TradeUnionUpdates #WorkersSolidarity #EmpowerWorkers #NepalUpdates #Simara #MadheshProvince #UNITRAV #ITWAN #BAFSEU #NIHWU #WorkersMobilization

Workers’ News 704 | Dec 11, 2025 In this episode: 1️⃣ 16-Day Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) GEFONT Lumbini Province organized a women’s gathering in Butwal under the theme: “Use Technology Properly, End Gender-Based Violence.” Leaders highlighted the need for awareness, safety, and empowerment through digital tools. 2️⃣ CNI & Social Security Fund Agree to Collaborate The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and the Social Security Fund (SSF) signed an agreement to help industrial workers join social security schemes and expand awareness programs. 3️⃣ Malaysia Intensifies Crackdown on Undocumented Migrant Workers Malaysian authorities arrested 843 migrant workers (808 men & 35 women) in Selayang Baru, including Nepali nationals. The arrests highlight ongoing risks for undocumented migrant workers abroad. 4️⃣ Worker Mobilization for CPN-UML’s 11th National Congress GEFONT-affiliated unions held gatherings in Tokha, Bafal, and Basundhara to prepare for mass worker mobilization on December 13, 2025, at Sallaghari, Bhaktapur. 5️⃣ Let’s Make the National Congress a Grand Success! Under the slogan: “निर्णायक राष्ट्रिय शक्ति निर्माण हाम्रो संकल्प — समृद्ध नेपाल सुखी नेपाली राष्ट्रीय गन्तव्य” GEFONT urges all workers to participate actively in the historic event. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 11, 2025 | 25 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #LumbiniProvince #EndGenderBasedViolence #16DayCampaign #SocialSecurityFund #CNI #MigrantWorkers #MalaysiaCrackdown #NepaliWorkers #TradeUnionMovement #CPNUMLCongress #LabourRights #WorkersVoice #NepalNews #DigitalSafety #LabourMovementNepal #WorkersSolidarity #Butwal #GESI

Workers’ News 703 | December 10, 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 1️⃣ 16-Day Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence GEFONT organized women’s gatherings in Karnali Province (Surkhet) and Sudurpaschim Province under the slogan: 👉 “Use Technology Properly, End Gender-Based Violence.” Women leaders, activists, and representatives from various GEFONT-affiliated unions participated and shared their messages to strengthen the movement against gender-based violence. 2️⃣ Death of a Worker at Hydropower Tunnel Accident A tragic accident in the Babari Hydropower Project tunnel in Dolakha claimed the life of Shukra Bahadur Rai. He fell while drilling inside the tunnel and passed away during treatment. Workers’ safety must be prioritized — GEFONT extends condolences. 3️⃣ Worker Mobilization for CPN-UML 11th National Congress Ahead of the opening ceremony on December 13, 2025, GEFONT held worker mobilization gatherings with: – UNITRAV (Budhanilkantha) – WHIN (Lomas Pharmaceuticals) – GEFONT Kavre District Committee (Banepa) 4️⃣ Call to Participate in the CPN-UML 11th National Congress Under the slogan: “Building a Decisive National Force — Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali.” Workers are encouraged to join the mass gathering at Sallaghari, Bhaktapur on December 13, 2025. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 10, 2025 | 24 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalWorkers #TradeUnion #LabourRights #GenderBasedViolence #16DayCampaign #WorkersSafety #Hydropower #CPNUMLCongress #WorkerMobilization #KarnaliProvince #SudurpaschimProvince #UNITRAV #WHIN #NepalNews #WorkersMovement

Workers’ News 702 | December 9, 2025) Welcome to Workers’ News 702, your daily update created by workers, for workers! In today’s episode, we bring you important highlights on trade union activities, climate action, and worker mobilization efforts across Nepal. 📰 1. Discussion with Belgian Delegation on Nepal’s Trade Union Movement A team led by Mark Françely, Head of the Asia-Pacific Regional Development Program (Belgium Government), interacted with young leaders from unions affiliated to GEFONT and NTUC at the GEFONT School, Anamnagar. Leaders discussed the current status, challenges, and future direction of Nepal’s trade union movement. 🌱 2. GEFONT Calls for Cooperation on Climate Justice At a seminar organized by JTUCC, GEFONT President Binod Shrestha emphasized the need for strong cooperation among stakeholders to minimize the impacts of climate change on workers. Environmental expert Manjeet Dhakal presented a paper on climate change and just transition. 🛠️ 3. Worker Mobilization Gatherings for UML National Congress To mobilize workers for the CPN-UML 11th National Congress, various GEFONT-affiliated unions conducted gatherings in Budhanilkantha, at the Airport Unit, and in major industries including: Himalayan Brewery, Harisiddhi Brick & Tile, and Nest Furniture. Additional gatherings were held in Kathmandu Metropolitan City and Makwanpur. 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 9, 2025 | 23 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NepalWorkers #TradeUnionMovement #ITUC #Belgium #NTUC #WSM #DigitalCampaign #LabourRights #WorkersOrientation #Chitwan #Makwanpur #TradeUnionNepal #CPNUML #WorkerMobilization #LabourUpdates #SocialJustice #WorkersVoice #UnionStrong #NepalNews

Workers’ News 701 | December 8, 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News 701, your daily update on labour rights, trade union movements, and workers’ issues across Nepal! In this episode: 1️⃣ ITUC-Nepal 3-Day Digital Campaign Workshop Concludes The Online Campaign Materials and Tools Development Workshop wrapped up successfully. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha emphasized the need to digitalize labour-related issues in today’s changing environment. Leaders from GEFONT, NTUC, and ANTUF participated, sharing experiences and receiving certificates from NTUC President Yogendra Kunwar. 2️⃣ GEFONT Organizes Labour Dispute Orientation in Chitwan An orientation program with leading trade union activists from Chitwan & Makwanpur covered: ✔ Current issues in labour disputes ✔ Legal provisions and dispute resolution ✔ Priority areas for trade unions The session was led by GEFONT President Binod Shrestha, Advocate Bhakti Ghimire, and facilitated by Bagmati Province President Ramhari Nepal. 3️⃣ GEFONT Chitwan District Committee Reorganized The district committee was restructured on December 6, 2025, under the leadership of Sushil Nepal. New members took their oath administered by Province President Ramhari Nepal. 4️⃣ Preparations for CPN-UML 11th National Congress To mobilize workers for the December 13 opening ceremony, GEFONT held extended gatherings with: – NATU (Auto Mechanics Union) – GEFONT Gokarneshwar Committee – GEFONT Kageshwori Manohara Committee – GEFONT Tokha Municipal Committee – GEFONT Chitwan District Committee 🙏 Thank you for watching Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more labour updates and trade union news. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 8, 2025 | 22 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalWorkers #TradeUnionMovement #ITUC #DigitalCampaign #LabourRights #WorkersOrientation #Chitwan #Makwanpur #TradeUnionNepal #CPNUML #WorkerMobilization #LabourUpdates #SocialJustice #WorkersVoice #UnionStrong #NepalNews

Workers’ News 700 | December 7, 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News 700, your daily update on labour rights, trade union movements, and workers’ issues across Nepal! In this episode: 1️⃣ ITUC-Nepal’s 3-Day Campaign Development Workshop Begins The ITUC-Nepal Affiliated Committee has launched a three-day Online Campaign Materials & Tools Development Workshop from December 5, 2025. Key presentations were delivered on green jobs, just transition, stakeholder mapping, and campaign strategies. A total of 39 participants from GEFONT, NTUC, and ANTUF joined the workshop. 2️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Training for Workers in Major Projects GEFONT-affiliated CUPPEC-Nepal conducted a training in Pokhara focusing on: ✔ Workers’ rights ✔ Collective bargaining ✔ Labour Act provisions GEFONT President Binod Shrestha inaugurated the session, joined by Gandaki Province leadership. 3️⃣ Mobilization Preparations for CPN-UML’s 11th National Congress Central & local leaders from GEFONT unions — including JTG-CWUN, WHIN, Sports, Entertainment, PABSEU, BAFSEU, STUN, IMPRESSION-Nepal, and others — held gatherings on December 5–6 to prepare for worker mobilization. Extended meetings were also held in Lalitpur and Bhaktapur. 4️⃣ Transport Workers’ Gathering in Pokhara The Independent Transport Workers’ Association (Pokhara Metropolitan Committee) held a gathering on December 5, 2025. Six representatives were selected for the upcoming 3rd Gandaki Province Convention. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 7, 2025 | 21 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #TradeUnions #NepalLaborMovement #WorkersRights #CUPPEC #ITUC #JustTransition #GreenJobs #CollectiveBargaining #LaborUpdates #NepalNews #UnionStrong #WorkersVoice #SocialJustice #SolidarityForever

Workers’ News 699 | December 5, 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 1️⃣ Worker Mobilization for CPN-UML 11th National Congress For the upcoming CPN-UML 11th National Congress opening on December 13, 2025, the CUPPEC-Nepal Kathmandu Metropolitan Committee (GEFONT-affiliated) held a gathering on December 4. GEFONT Secretary Krishna KC, Workers’ Special District Committee Chair Tulshi Siwakoti, CUPPEC-Nepal Vice President Yogendra Sharma, and several leaders participated. 2️⃣ NABUN Organizes Event Against Gender-Based Violence The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN) organized a program under the 16-Day Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence on December 3 in Kathmandu. The event was led by GEFONT Secretary Krishna KC, with NABUN President Sujana Joshi and other leaders addressing the program. 3️⃣ Koshi Province Selects Representatives for UML National Congress For the 11th National Congress of CPN-UML, beginning December 13, seven trade union representatives from Koshi Province were unanimously selected: Kishor Dhamala, Bhim Rai, Hari Adhikari, Ambir Lingden, Maya Bhandari, Kala Dangi, and Sunita Giri. 4️⃣ GEFONT Solidarity Fund Provides Medical Support The GEFONT Solidarity Fund provided NPR 25,000 to Jit Bahadur BK of the Independent Transport Workers’ Association, Nepal, to support his long-term heart treatment. The amount was handed over by GEFONT Gandaki Province President Rudra Bahadur Khatri on December 3. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 5, 2025 | 19 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnionUpdates #NepalWorkers #LabourMovement #WorkersRights #GenderBasedViolence #NABUN #CUPPEC #CPNUML #SolidarityFund #KoshiProvince #LabourMobilization #NepalNews #WorkersVoice #EmploymentRights #SocialJustice #UnionStrong

Workers’ News 698 | December 4, 2025 In today’s edition of Workers’ News: 1️⃣ Worker Mobilization for CPN-UML National Congress A joint gathering of GEFONT and the CPN-UML Workers’ Special District Committee was held to prepare for the opening ceremony of the 11th National Congress. Leaders from various committees shared their plans for effective worker mobilization. 2️⃣ GEFONT Marks the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence With the slogan “Unite to End Digital Violence against all Women & Girls”, GEFONT conducted an awareness program in Kathmandu. Leaders highlighted the global movement and GEFONT’s ongoing initiatives to combat gender-based violence. 3️⃣ Solidarity Support for Workers Battling Cancer GEFONT Solidarity Fund extended NPR 25,000 each to two long-time cancer patients— • Ghiu Kumari Kumal (HUN) • Ganga Devi Bhandari (NEVA) 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 4, 2025 | 18 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCouq9lQ4mdRNbwe5yE_YKDw 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalWorkers #TradeUnion #CPNUML #GenderBasedViolence #16DaysCampaign #WorkersSolidarity #LabourRights #NepalNews #SocialProtection #WorkersMovement #UnionStrong #GenderJustice #DigitalSafety #WorkersVoices #NepalUpdates

Workers’ News 697 | December 3, 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News — a program created by workers, for workers. In today’s episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT Worker Mobilization for CPN-UML 11th National Congress GEFONT has assigned leaders and coordinators across Kathmandu Valley and surrounding districts to mobilize workers for the opening ceremony of the CPN-UML 11th National Congress on December 13, 2025. Key responsibilities have been delegated to leaders in Kirtipur, Chandragiri, Nagarjun, Tarkeshwor, Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Tokha, Budhanilkantha, and other municipalities. 2️⃣ Remittance Inflow Reaches NPR 553.31 Billion According to Nepal Rastra Bank, remittances worth NPR 553.31 billion entered Nepal in the first three months of the fiscal year — an 11.9% increase compared to the same period last year. 3️⃣ GEFONT Solidarity Fund Supports Cancer Patients GEFONT handed over NPR 25,000 each to cancer-affected workers Dolaraj Basyal and Chetan Gurung from ITWAN Lumbini. The support was handed over by ITWAN leader Thakur Gaire. 4️⃣ CUPPEC Nepal Kaski Formulates 4-Month Action Plan A meeting of CUPPEC Nepal Kaski District Committee, chaired by Tirtha Raj Magar, has developed a comprehensive four-month work plan for organizational strengthening and worker support. 🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team 🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) 📅 Date: December 3, 2025 | 17 Mangsir 2082 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Prepared by workers, for workers. Don’t forget to Like | Share | Subscribe for more labour news and updates from GEFONT Nepal. 🔖 Hashtags #GEFONT #WorkersNews #NepalTradeUnions #LabourRights #SocialSecurityNepal #CPNUML #11thNationalCongress #NepalNews #WorkersMovement #RemittanceNepal #CUPPEC #ITWAN #BagmatiProvince #NepalUpdates #TradeUnionMovement #WorkersVoice #LabourMigrationNepal #WorkersSolidarity #DecentWorkNepal