GEFONT President stresses on dignified domestic job creation
Cleaning and security workers at the BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences submitted a memorandum to the institute’s officials on May 28th. The memorandum demanded the continuation of the health card benefits that were discontinued by the institute, immediate payment of the increased minimum wage that has been in effect since last August, and the provision of remaining old salaries. The memorandum was submitted on behalf of the Nepal Security Workers Trade Union and the Nepal Cleaning Employees Union, affiliated with the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Union (GEFONT) to the Vice-Chancellor Dr. Gyanendra Giri, Registrar Surya Prasad Sangraula, Director Jagat Narayan Prasad Shah, and Dean Dr. Sanjib Sharma.
GEFONT National Committee member and Central President of the ITWAN, Bhimjwala Rai, handed over the memorandum, warning the officials that the achievements like the health card, gained through repeated movements and cooperation, are being gradually taken away. If the workers' issues are not addressed, another movement will be initiated.
Furthermore, the memorandum mentioned that it has been almost four years since the Labour Court ruled that the KTM Security Company must pay workers 10 Million for salaries and other benefits. However, the workers have not received this payment yet. Therefore, the amount should be deducted from the payment due to KTM Security Company by the institute and provided to the workers.
Vice-Chancellor Dr. Gyanendra Giri, while receiving the memorandum, assured that the issues would be addressed promptly so that the workers would not need to resort to further agitation.
Leaders present to submit the memorandum included GEFONT leader Bhimjwala Rai, Central Vice-President of the Nepal Garbage Cleaner employees Union (NGCEU) Yamkala Magrati, Dharan Municipal President Ganesh Yonghang, GEFONT Dharan Municipal President Shamsher Bardewa, President of the Nepal Security Service Trade Union (NSSTU) Janak Sunuwar, Vice-President Ratna Nembang, Secretary Prabin Rai, Central Member of the ITWAN Laxmi Baniya, and President of Security Workers Dharan Municipal Committee Gopi Yogi, among others.
श्रमिक खबर ६३० (५ भाद्र २०८२) - Workers' News 630 (21 August 2025)
Workers’ News 630 | 21 August 2025
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✅ Asia-Pacific Labour Program in Kathmandu – A three-day regional event organized by 3F Denmark has begun, focusing on “Challenges in the World of Work and Their Solutions.” GEFONT leaders and international representatives discuss AI, internet-driven exploitation, and the future of trade unions.
✅ NEST Bagmati Province Convention – The second provincial convention of the Nepal Street Vendors’ Trade Union elected a new 13-member committee under the leadership of Nanimaya Basnet. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha highlights the importance of strong, disciplined organizations for workers’ rights.
✅ Congratulations to Minister Jayaram Thapa – GEFONT Bagmati Province President Ramhari Nepal and JTUCC Bagmati Province Committee jointly extend congratulations and best wishes to the newly appointed Minister for Labour, Employment, and Transport of Bagmati Province.
✅ NEVA Submits Memorandum in Karnali – The Nepal Health Volunteers’ Association (NEVA) submits a memorandum to Chief Minister Yam Lal Kandel, urging the inclusion of health volunteers in the contribution-based Social Security Fund.
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श्रमिक खबर ६२९ (४ भाद्र २०८२) - Workers' News 629 (20 August 2025)
Workers’ News 629 | 20 August 2025
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1️⃣ GEFONT organized a training on workplace gender-based violence and equality for sanitation workers in Mahalaxmi Municipality, Lalitpur.
2️⃣ The Supreme Court of Nepal issued a mandamus order to ensure dearness allowance for contract employees.
3️⃣ NABUN Biratnagar Metropolitan Committee celebrated Teej greetings exchange with participation from central and provincial trade union leaders.
4️⃣ NIHWU Hotel Aloft successfully completed collective bargaining with management, achieving salary and allowance increments and securing provisions for permanent employment of contract workers.
5️⃣ GEFONT Panauti Municipality Committee celebrated Teej, with calls to establish labour desks, ensure workers’ registration, and strengthen contribution-based Social Security Fund affiliation.
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श्रमिक खबर ६२८ (३ भाद्र २०८२) - Workers' News 628 (19 August 2025)
Workers’ News 628 | 19 August 2025
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✅ The GEFONT National Women’s Committee organized a Teej program, congratulating Bagmati Province’s newly appointed Minister Bindu Shrestha.
✅ GEFONT President Binod Shrestha emphasized celebrating Teej with a focus on the class struggle and extended best wishes.
✅ Minister Bindu Shrestha highlighted the importance of trade union support to make the industrial and commercial sector labour-friendly.
✅ Women leaders including Sita Lama and Kamala Tamang called on working women to fight social malpractices and build an egalitarian society.
✅ The GEFONT-affiliated UNITRAV Airport Area Committee organized a Teej greetings exchange program in Kathmandu.
✅ The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN) Gandaki Province Committee & Pokhara Metropolitan Committee jointly celebrated Teej with greetings and solidarity.
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श्रमिक खबर ६२७ (२ भाद्र २०८२) - Workers' News 627 (18 August 2025)
📢 Workers’ News 627 | 18 August 2025
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1️⃣ Mountaineering Workers’ Gathering – UNITRAV announces 4 candidates (Mingmar Sherpa, Sandesh Sherpa, Jenjen Lama & Furtenzi Sherpa) for the upcoming Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) election. GEFONT leaders extend best wishes for their success.
2️⃣ Teej Greetings in Madhesh Province – GEFONT Women’s Committee, Madhesh Province, organizes a greetings exchange program in Simara with participation of leaders and guests.
3️⃣ NABUN Teej Program in Bagmati Province – NABUN, under President Karuna Puri, organizes a program with Hon. Bindu Shrestha (Minister for Industry, Commerce, Land & Administration, Bagmati Province) highlighting the importance of professional advancement in the beautician sector.
4️⃣ WHIN Makwanpur Meeting – GEFONT-affiliated WHIN Makwanpur Committee holds its meeting in Hetauda.
5️⃣ ITWAN Workers’ Gathering in Kathmandu – Load/unload workers gather in Teku; new unit and advisory committees are elected.
6️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal, Kaski Meeting – Committee decides to launch campaigns for membership expansion, labour desk establishment, and worker registration.
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श्रमिक खबर ६२६ (१ भाद्र २०८२) - Workers' News 626 (17 August 2025)
Workers’ News 626 | 17 August 2025
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1️⃣ CPN (UML) Labour Special District Committee holds extended meeting at GEFONT Hall.
2️⃣ NABUN Kathmandu conducts skill enhancement training for beauticians.
3️⃣ 35 security guards from Purbanchal University join GEFONT.
4️⃣ Nepal Embassy in Kuwait issues notice after toxic alcohol kills Nepalis.
5️⃣ Support provided for the education of transport worker Mukti Bhujel’s daughter.
6️⃣ Birendranagar Municipality organizes interaction on contribution-based social security.
7️⃣ NEVA Panauti forms a 7-member municipal committee under Kalpana Thapa.
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The path they carved for others_3
श्रमिक खबर ६२५ (३० साउन २०८२) - Workers' News 625 (15 August 2025)
Workers’ News 625 | 15 August 2025
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GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation.
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1️⃣ UNITRAV Social Dialogue on Social Security — GEFONT President Binod Shrestha calls for mandatory contribution-based social security in the mountaineering sector and stresses the importance of cooperation between NMA and UNITRAV.
2️⃣ NEVA Advocacy in Surkhet — Nepal Health Volunteers Association urges Birendranagar Municipality to enroll health volunteers in the Social Security Fund.
3️⃣ NABUN Teej Gathering — Beauticians’ union celebrates Haritalika Teej in Siddharthanagar.
4️⃣ NEST Special Teej Program — Street vendors’ union organizes a festive gathering in Pathari Shanishchare.
5️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Makwanpur Meeting — District committee passes annual plan and launches a municipality-focused organizational strengthening campaign.
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श्रमिक खबर ६२४ (२९ साउन २०८२) - Workers' News 624 (14 August 2025)
Workers’ News 624 | 14 August 2025
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1️⃣ GEFONT Publicity & Publication Department’s 8th Meeting — Plans to implement the 12th National Congress Delegate Council decisions. Oath-taking of newly appointed member Amar Dhoj Lama.
2️⃣ Recognition of Occupational Diseases — The Ministry of Labour grants legal status to work-related diseases as per Labour Regulations 2018, ensuring health rights for millions of workers and greater employer accountability.
3️⃣ Training on Social Security & Climate Change — CUPPEC–Nepal organizes programs in Jhapa and Butwal addressing climate change impacts, social security, and grievance handling.
4️⃣ Dhankuta Transport Workers’ Planning Workshop — Sets membership expansion, renewal, and road safety plans. Mayor of Dhankuta pledges NPR 100,000 for the new ITWAN Koshi Province office building.
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श्रमिक खबर ६२३ (२८ साउन २०८२) - Workers' News 623 (13 August 2025)
Workers’ News 623 | 13 August 2025
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1️⃣ 25th International Youth Day – GEFONT Youth Committee’s interaction program on “Rights of Young Workers, Far-Right and Populist Provocations”. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha inspires youth to lead in solving labour market challenges with truth and justice.
2️⃣ GEFONT Gokarneshwar Municipality Committee – Submission of a memorandum to Deputy Mayor Sannanani Lama demanding the establishment of a Labour Desk for better worker registration, dispute resolution, and access to services.
3️⃣ Nepali Workers in UAE – The Embassy of Nepal in UAE to resume labour approval verification services from 18 August 2025 for eligible workers in Abu Dhabi.
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अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय युवा दिवस २०८२ – शुभकामना सन्देश | Happy International Youth Day 2025!
🎉 Happy International Youth Day 2025! 🎉
On 12 August 2025, the Youth Committee of the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) extends heartfelt greetings to all youth, both in Nepal and abroad. 🌍💙
Since being declared by the United Nations (UN) in 1999 and first celebrated in 2000, International Youth Day has been a global call to:
✅ Raise awareness about the rights and needs of youth
✅ Recognize youth contributions in social, political, economic, and environmental fields
✅ Highlight youth-related problems and challenges
✅ Promote youth empowerment and access to opportunities
✅ Encourage youth participation in peace, equality, employment, and education
📢 This year, GEFONT is marking the day with an interaction program on young workers’ rights and discussions on far-right & populist provocative topics.
💪 Let’s work together for youth rights, empowerment, and a better future!
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