Workers’ News 655 | September 26, 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 In this episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT Makwanpur Gathering – District-level activists meeting in Hetauda discussing trade unions’ role in the current political context, outsourcing challenges, and strengthening labor rights. 2️⃣ GEFONT Koshi Province Program – Activists’ gathering in Biratnagar highlighting political developments, GEFONT’s decisions, and unity for workers’ empowerment. 3️⃣ Embassy Alert in UAE – Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi urges Nepali workers to follow UAE laws and avoid violations related to banking, social behavior, traffic, and cybercrime. 4️⃣ NEPSE Workers’ Strike – Employees protest after NEPSE Board decides against giving bonuses despite a Labor Court order. ✊ Workers’ News – Prepared by Workers, for Workers! Stay informed, stay empowered, and stay united. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more updates on labor rights, workers’ struggles, and union activities. 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalTradeUnion #LaborRights #NepaliWorkers #UAEWorkers #NEPSEStrike #TradeUnion #WorkersVoice #WorkersUnity #WorkersMovement

📢 Workers’ News 654 | September 25 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 In this episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT Gandaki Province held a gathering of leading activists in Pokhara and exchanged greetings for Bada Dashain 2025, condemning vandalism at the central office and demanding strict action against those involved. 2️⃣ ITWAN Tanahun District Committee held its 11th meeting, discussing social security, road safety awareness, and membership renewal. Meanwhile, the Vegetable & Fruit Transport Unit Committee also held a meeting in Pokhara. 3️⃣ ITWAN appealed to all transport workers not to charge passengers more than the government-fixed fares during the festive season, warning of legal consequences under the Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 1992. ✊ Workers’ News – Prepared by Workers, for Workers! Stay informed, stay empowered, and stay united. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more updates on labor rights, workers’ struggles, and union activities. 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🔖 Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #ITWAN #NepalWorkers #TradeUnions #LaborRights #TransportWorkers #Dashain2025 #NepalNews #WorkersVoice

Workers’ News 653 | September 24, 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 In this episode: 1️⃣ WHO honors Nepal’s Female Community Health Volunteers with the South-East Asia Regional Public Health Champion Award. 2️⃣ ITWAN Bagmati Province provides educational support to the daughter of late transport worker Sunil Karki and distributes gifts to 167 members on Ghatasthapana. 3️⃣ Visa process for more than 7,000 Nepali workers to the UAE halted following recent unrest. ✊ Workers’ News – Prepared by Workers, for Workers! Stay informed, stay empowered, and stay united. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more updates on labor rights, workers’ struggles, and union activities. 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🎯 Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalWorkers #ITWAN #LabourRights #NepalNews #WHO #UAE #MigrantWorkers #TradeUnion #PublicHealth #WorkersVoice #Solidarity

Workers’ News 652 | September 23, 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 In this episode: 📰 Orientation Training Linked to National ID The Department announces that all orientation training for foreign employment workers is now connected with the National Identity Card (NID) system to ensure better tracking and transparency. 📰 Mass Rally in South Korea Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) and Migrants’ Trade Union (MTU) organized a massive rally demanding migrant workers’ rights, including the right to change workplaces voluntarily, proper accommodation, and an end to discrimination and oppression. 📰 FNCCI Delegation Meets Prime Minister FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal informed PM Sushila Karki that the Gen-Z protests caused nearly NPR 80 billion in damages to the private sector. They urged the government to establish continuous dialogue to restore the economy and ensure a safe business environment. ✊ Workers’ News – Prepared by Workers, for Workers! Stay informed, stay empowered, and stay united. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more updates on labor rights, workers’ struggles, and union activities. 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🎯 Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #LaborRights #ForeignEmployment #MigrantWorkers #KCTU #MTU #FNCCI #NepalNews #TradeUnion #WorkersVoice #Democracy #SocialJustice #Nepal

Workers’ News 651 | September 22, 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 In this episode: 🔹 FAWN’s 29th Foundation Day GEFONT-affiliated Federation of Agriculture Workers Union Nepal (FAWN) celebrated its 29th Foundation Day nationwide on September 19. The day was marked with programs including lamp-lighting, blood donation, and interactions in Lumbini Province. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha and FAWN President Purna KC extended warm greetings on this occasion. 🔹 Rescue & Relief for Stranded Passengers GEFONT-affiliated ITWAN mobilized a rescue and support team led by General Secretary Keshav Thapa to assist passengers and transport workers stranded near Tuin Khola Bridge due to a landslide. Similarly, Riders Union Nepal (RUN) Chitwan District Committee distributed water and biscuits to those affected. 🔹 Bhatbhateni Employees Reassigned Following the fire, vandalism, and looting incident of September 9 that completely destroyed 12 Bhatbhateni Superstores, management confirmed that no employees will lose their jobs or benefits. Staff have been reassigned to other operational outlets. ✊ Workers’ News – Prepared by Workers, for Workers! Stay informed, stay empowered, and stay united. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more updates on labor rights, workers’ struggles, and union activities. 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 🎯 Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #FAWN #ITWAN #RUN #NepalWorkers #TradeUnion #LaborRights #WorkersSolidarity #Bhatbhateni #NepalNews #DecentWork #SocialJustice

📰 Workers’ News 650 | September 21, 2025 Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers! 👉 In this episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT’s Constitution Day Celebration GEFONT organized a lamp-lighting program on September 19 at Manmohan Labour Building, GEFONT Plaza. President Binod Shrestha extended heartfelt greetings to all working people in Nepal and abroad and paid tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for democracy and justice. He emphasized GEFONT’s strong commitment to protect the Federal Democratic Republic and the Constitution. 2️⃣ IndustriALL Global Union’s Solidarity Message IndustriALL Global Union, representing 50+ million workers in 130 countries, expressed solidarity with thousands of Nepali workers who lost jobs and livelihoods during the violent incidents of September 8–9. It reaffirmed support for workers’ rights, decent work, and social justice in Nepal. 3️⃣ Health Service Partnership for NABUN Members NABUN Koshi Province signed an agreement with Neuro Cardio & Multi-Speciality Hospital to provide up to 15% discount on treatment for NABUN members. ✊ Workers’ News – Prepared by Workers, for Workers! Stay informed, stay empowered, and stay united. 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for more updates on labor rights, workers’ struggles, and union activities. 🔗 Follow us for more updates: 🌐 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GEFONT.Nepal 🌐 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gefontnepal 🌐 Website: https://gefont.org/ 📌 Suggested Hashtags: #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalTradeUnions #ConstitutionDay #IndustriALL #NABUN #WorkersRights #DecentWork #SocialJustice #NepalNews #TradeUnionMovement