GEFONT orchestrated (organized) different events in more than 50 places across the country on the occasion of International Labour Day (May Day) 2024. The Joint Trade Union Coordination Center (JTUCC) jointly organized a labour rally and assembly at Kathmandu and Pokhara. The workers' rally, initiated by GEFONT from the central office in Putalisadak, traversed the city, culminating at Bhrikutimandap and change over into an assembly.GEFONT President Binod Shrestha had made welcome remarks where Prime Minister Pushpa kamal Dahal , Sher Bahadur Deuba, Sankhar pokhrel , Kamal Thapa and other leader extended their best wished for International May Day .
Similarly a workers rally originating from prithivi chowk converged upon the city of Pokhara at Gandaki , culminating in a meeting held at Simon Party Palace situated at Srijana Chowk.
Chief Minister of Gandaki Province, Khagaraj Adhikari, inaugurated the assembly by emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between the labor movement and government administration. He stressed that the state should not progress at the expense of neglecting the welfare of the workers.
Similarly on the occasion of May Day 2081 , GEFONT has celebrates May day in Biratnagar of Morang District, Dharan of Sunsari district, Gaighat of Udayapur district, Katari Sankhuwasabha and Dhankuta .
A labour conference was held in Biratnagar under the presidency of GEFONT Province President Kishor Dhamala whereas with GEFONT General Secretary Laxman Sharma as the chief guest.
CPN UML province president Ghanashyam Khatiwada including representatives from several organizations had addressed during the assembly.
Likewise, GEFONT Madhesh province had concluded May Day in janakpur, Siraha, saptari, and Simara.
A labour assembly was held in Simara under the presidency of GEFONT Madhesh Province President Kamlesh Jha with the chief guest of CPN UML secretary Yogesh Bhattarai .
GEFONT Vice President Manju Thapa, Secretary Taranidhi Panta including leaders of GEFONT addressed during program. May Day celebrations were held in various locations, including Dhadingbesi and Khanikhola in Dhading District, Dolakha, Chitwan, Hetauda, and Kavre in Bagmati Province.
Following a workers rally in Hetauda, Makwanpur District, a meeting was convened under the presidency of Provincial Vice President Arjun Aryal while the chief guest for the assembly was CPN (UML) politburo member Devi Gyawali. Additionally, congratulatory speeches were delivered by GEFONT Vice President Manju Thapa and Bagmati Province Minister of Water Supply and Irrigation, Eklal Shrestha.
May Day has been celebrated in Gandaki province Pokhara, Myagdi, Baglung, Parbat, Syangja, Nawalpur district of Devchuli, Gaidakot, Madhyabindu and Tanahu district of Damauli, Bhimad and Deudhat (Devghat) and took place at lumbhini province such as Butwal, Banke, Bardia, Palpa, Arghakhanchi, Dang, Kapilvastu and Nawalparasi.
The Guest of Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City Deputy Mayor Sabitra Devi Aryal, Tilotama city Deputy Mayor Jageshwari Chaudhary and Sainamaina city Deputy Mayor Bina Rana gave their best wishes at the workers' assembly held after the labour rally of Rupandehi in Butwal, while GEFONT vice president Kamal Gautam was as Chief Guest.
Following the organization of a workers' rally in Surkhet, Karnali Province, a labor assembly convened after the circumambulation of Birendranagar city, presided over by Radha Shrestha, the Executive Chairman of GEFONT Karnali Province.The assembly was held in the presence of GEFONT Education Department Secretary Hari Bahadur Karki as the chief guest, including CPN UML District president mani Devkota, GEFONT National Committee member Chanda Dhami and other leader addressed.
Likewise, GEFONT had concluded May Day in far Western province at kailali District of Dhangadhi, Gariganga Municipality and Kanchanpur.After the labor rally in Dhangadhi, the labor assembly was held under the chairmanship of GEFONT state president Jit Malla and the Chief Guest of CPN (UML) state secretary Ran Bahadur Chand. After the Dhangadhi labour rally, GEFONT province President Jit Malla chaired the labour assembly, with CPN (UML) Province Secretary Ran Bahadur Chand as the Chief Guest.In the assembly, Deb Bahadur Bam Coordinator of GEFONT Cooperative Distribution Board, CPN (UML) Kailali District President Yagya Prasad Dhungana and including other leaders expressed their greetings on the occasion of International Workers' Day 2081.
श्रमिक खबर ७०४ (२५ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 704 (December 11, 2025)
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.
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📅 Date: December 11, 2025 | 25 Mangsir 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७०३ (२४ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 703 (December 10, 2025)
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.
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📅 Date: December 10, 2025 | 24 Mangsir 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७०२ (२३ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 702 (December 9, 2025)
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.
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📅 Date: December 9, 2025 | 23 Mangsir 2082
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श्रमिक खबर – ७०१ (२२ मंसिर २०८२) – Workers’ News 701 (December 8, 2025)
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
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📅 Date: December 8, 2025 | 22 Mangsir 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७०० (२१ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 700 (December 7, 2025)
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
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श्रमिक खबर ६९९ (१९ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 699 (December 5, 2025)
Workers’ News 699 | December 5, 2025
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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
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श्रमिक खबर ६९८ (१८ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 698 (December 4, 2025)
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
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श्रमिक खबर ६९७ (१७ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 697 (December 3, 2025)
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.
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📅 Date: December 3, 2025 | 17 Mangsir 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ६९६ (१६ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 696 (December 2, 2025)
Workers’ News 696 | December 2, 2025
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In this episode:
1️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Valley-Level Activists’ Gathering
CUPPEC-Nepal (affiliated with GEFONT) organized a major Valley-level gathering on December 1, 2025, hosted by GEFONT President Binod Shrestha.
The meeting decided to complete all municipality-level gatherings in the Kathmandu Valley by December 11, 2025.
2️⃣ NEVA Karnali Province Meeting
A meeting of the Nepal Health Volunteers Association (NEVA) under Karnali Province was held, focusing on organizational expansion.
The program was chaired by Yashoda Oli Khatri and attended by central member Bhimu Rizal.
3️⃣ Foreign Employment Numbers Rise After Gen-Z Movement
According to the Department of Foreign Employment:
• After the protests of September 8–9, 2024, 64,634 people received labour permits in October 2024.
• The upward trend continued into November 2025, reaching 73,094 permits issued—higher than the 70,990 issued in November 2024.
First-time migrants and returning workers both increased noticeably.
🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team
🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT)
📅 Date: December 2, 2025 | 16 Mangsir 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ६९५ (१५ मंसिर २०८२) - Workers’ News 695 (December 1, 2025)
Workers’ News 695 | December 1, 2025
Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers!
In this episode:
1️⃣ National Workshop on Ending Child Labour
A national-level workshop on eliminating child labour in Nepal was held in Lalitpur, organized by the ITUC–Nepal Affiliated Council.
Leaders from GEFONT, NTUC, and ANTUF participated, with GEFONT President Binod Shrestha highlighting challenges in today’s trade union movement and the obstacles to ending child labour.
Representatives from ITUC-AP, employers, the Ministry of Labour, and SARTUC presented thematic papers.
2️⃣ 8th Contribution-Based Social Security Day
GEFONT marked the 8th edition of Contribution-Based Social Security Day — first launched on November 27, 2018, by former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli — by organizing an interaction program on the implementation status and future direction of social security.
Programs were held across the provinces: Koshi (Biratnagar), Gandaki (Pokhara), Lumbini (Butwal), Karnali (Surkhet), Sudurpaschim (Kailali), and Madhesh.
3️⃣ Medical Fee Hike for Migrant Workers
Despite public opposition, the Government of Nepal increased medical examination fees required for foreign employment.
From November 26, 2025, all medical institutions must conduct 34 tests.
Fees previously ranged from NPR 3,500–6,500, but Malaysia-bound workers were being charged NPR 9,800.
4️⃣ Gandaki’s Representatives for the CPN-UML National Congress
Unanimous selection of trade union representatives for the 11th CPN-UML National Congress has been completed.
Selected representatives include:
Rudra Khatri, Bishnu Bahadur Khatri, Tirtha Raj Magar, Subash Khati, Mina Gurung, Sangita Pandey, and Baladevi Rai.
🎥 Produced by: GEFONT Media Team
🎙️ A program by: General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT)
📅 Date: December 1, 2025 | 15 Mangsir 2082
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