The General Federation of a Nepalese trade union (GEFONT) has published the fact sheet on the occasion of International Migrant Workers Day 2021. The fact sheet covers important policy reforms related to migrant workers and immigration in 2021.
Speaking at the program organized on the eve of International Migrant Workers day, GEFONT President Cde. Binod Shrestha said that many Nepalese are forced to go abroad due to a lack of decent work in Nepal and stressed the need for Decent work in the destination countries as well.
He stated that the incumbent government has attempted to overturn the decision of free visas and free tickets under the pretext of its ineffective implementation, given that he stressed the effective implementation of the policy. He even suggested a reduction in the number of foreign employment agencies as it existed way more than required in Nepal.
Cde. Binod Shrestha said: "Aspirants who wish to go for foreign employment are having problems because of the non-labor friendly government and profit-driven manpower firms and many things cannot be owing to Nepal's predictable leadership".
He informed that GEFONT's central office obtained 18 applications concerning employment with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and other countries in 2021, and 101 people received assistance Of those, 20 have been rescued, 25 have had their passports retrieved, and 20 people have the issue with manpower firms charging exorbitant rates. The Fact Sheet has encompassed issues such as the UAE's new Labor Law, and reforms in Qatar's Labor Law, including an analysis of workers' reviews in Recruitment Advisor.
The member of the GEFONT support group from Kuwait, Malaysia, and Qatar also participated in the hybrid model program. International Migrant day is concluded with the slogan “make it a matter of interest, not duress”.
श्रमिक खबर ७५१ (२७ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 751 (10 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 751 | 10 Feb, 2026
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In this episode, we cover a CUPPEC–Nepal training program in Hetauda focusing on workers’ registration, labour laws, contribution-based social security, and leadership development. We also highlight key meetings of the Nepal Independent Transport Workers’ Organization in Pokhara and Lalitpur, along with a membership expansion campaign.
Additionally, the bulletin reports on the rise in foreign workers in Nepal and the significant increase in remittances sent abroad, based on official data from Nepal Rastra Bank and the Department of Labour.
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📅 Date: February 10, 2026 | 27 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७५० (२६ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 750 (9 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 750 | 9 Feb, 2026
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In this episode:
• GEFONT Gandaki Province holds interaction programs with CPN-UML House of Representatives candidates in Kaski districts, focusing on key workers’ concerns and priorities.
• Workers’ gatherings and election mobilization programs are organized in Rupandehi, Makwanpur, and Bara districts in preparation for the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5, 2026.
• Several local leaders formally join CPN-UML, strengthening workers’ participation in the electoral process.
• The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, conducts a one-day skill enhancement training on waterproof makeup and hair dressing to empower beauticians and improve professional capacity.
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📅 Date: February 9, 2026 | 26 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७४९ (२५ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 749 (8 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 749 | 8 Feb, 2026
In this episode:
Madhesh Province GEFONT organized a workers’ gathering in Parsa District, deciding to mobilize workers for the March 5, 2026 parliamentary elections.
Dolakha District GEFONT formed a 75-member Workers’ Election Mobilization Committee to support the CPN-UML candidate in the upcoming elections.
A tragic coal mine explosion in Meghalaya, India, claimed the lives of Nepali workers from Khotang, with several others injured and some still missing.
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📅 Date: February 8, 2026 | 25 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७४८ (२३ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 748 (6 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 748 | 6 Feb, 2026
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In this episode:
WHIN, affiliated with GEFONT, successfully held the 8th convention of Curex Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., electing a new 11-member committee under the leadership of Shyam Sapkota.
The Contribution-Based Social Security Fund provided over NPR 2 million in dependent family benefits to the family of a deceased worker in Birgunj, ensuring social protection even when employers fail to enroll workers.
Police arrested an individual in Kathmandu on charges of foreign employment fraud after allegedly taking a large sum of money by promising overseas employment in Georgia.
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📅 Date: February 6, 2026 | 23 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७४७ (२२ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 747 (5 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 747 | 5 Feb, 2026
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In this episode:
🔹 International Solidarity & Dialogue
Senior leaders of the Nepal Independent Transport Workers’ Organization held important discussions in Kathmandu with representatives of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF). The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation, prioritizing the issues of Nepali transport workers on international platforms, and outlining ITF’s future work in South Asia, especially Nepal.
🔹 Major Milestone in Social Security
Nepal’s Contribution-Based Social Security Scheme has crossed a historic milestone, with over NPR 100 billion collected within 6 years and 7 months of implementation. Millions of workers from formal, foreign employment, and informal sectors are now covered. Billions have already been disbursed for medical treatment, maternity benefits, accident compensation, disability allowances, dependent family pensions, and retirement benefits.
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📅 Date: February 5, 2026 | 22 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७४६ (२१ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 746 (4 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 746 | 4 Feb, 2026
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🔹 Chitwan District Update
GEFONT’s 11th Chitwan District Coordination Committee meeting has decided to actively mobilize workers to ensure the victory of CPN-UML candidates. A 205-member district-level workers’ mobilization committee has been formed, along with constituency-level committees in all three Chitwan constituencies.
🔹 Health Workers’ Interaction Program
An interaction program was held at Sushma Memorial Hospital, where health workers discussed service facilities, trade union rights, and labour laws. GEFONT leaders and labour law experts shared insights on union management, collective bargaining, and worker protections.
🔹 Udayapur Workers’ Gathering
A workers’ gathering in Udayapur district formed a 57-member district election mobilization committee and prepared plans to support CPN-UML candidates contesting under the Sun symbol.
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📅 Date: February 4, 2026 | 21 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७४५ (२० माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 745 (3 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 745 | 3 Feb, 2026
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In this episode:
🔹 A workers’ gathering in Kathmandu Constituency No. 4 formed an Election Mobilization Committee to strengthen worker participation in the upcoming elections.
🔹 A GEFONT-led workers’ gathering in Sarlahi established a 51-member election mobilization committee to actively engage workers in the democratic process.
🔹 The Independent Transport Workers’ Organization (Tourism Unit) held discussions on social security, labour laws, transport management, and road safety.
These developments highlight the growing role of trade unions in protecting workers’ rights, strengthening social security, and ensuring meaningful participation in national elections.
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📅 Date: February 3, 2026 | 20 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर –७४३ १८ माघ २०८२
Workers’ News 743 (1 Feb, 2026)
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श्रमिक खबर ७४४ (१९ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 744 (2 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 744 | 2 Feb, 2026
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In this episode:
• The GEFONT Banke District Coordination Committee holds its seventh meeting and prepares a worker mobilization plan for the upcoming election.
• GEFONT Gandaki Province organizes a large workers’ gathering in Pokhara and forms province- and constituency-level election mobilization committees.
• The GEFONT Parsa District Election Mobilization Committee meets in Birgunj to strengthen worker participation and election strategy.
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📅 Date: February 2, 2026 | 19 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर–७४१ (१६ माघ २०८२ )
श्रमिक खबर ७४१ (१६ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 741 (Jan 30, 2026)
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