Workers’ News 739 | January 27, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 Workers’ Demands & Election Commitments CUPPEC-Nepal, affiliated with GEFONT, submitted a memorandum to CPN (UML) leaders in Makwanpur, demanding the inclusion of workers’ rights and welfare issues in the election manifesto. 🔹 Nationwide Pressure Campaign GEFONT-affiliated CUPPEC-Nepal carried out a nationwide pressure campaign, submitting ten-point recommendations to CPN (UML) candidates and district leadership to ensure workers’ agendas are reflected in election pledges. 🔹 Sudurpashchim Province Election Mobilization GEFONT Sudurpashchim Province formed a 151-member election mobilization committee to ensure victory for CPN (UML) in the upcoming House of Representatives election. District-level coordinators and campaign teams were also appointed. 🔹 Support for Binod Shrestha The gathering expressed gratitude to CPN (UML) for nominating GEFONT President Binod Shrestha as the House of Representatives candidate from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 and committed to working actively for his victory. 🙏 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: January 27, 2026 | 13 Magh 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 #ShramikKhabar #TradeUnion #WorkersRights #LabourMovement #NepalPolitics #Election2026 #CPNUML #Kathmandu10 #BinodShrestha #WorkersMobilization #SocialSecurity #CUPPEC #ByWorkersForWorkers

Workers’ News 738 | January 26, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 A workers’ gathering organized by GEFONT Rupandehi District Committee in Butwal expresses pride and strong support for GEFONT President Binod Shrestha, nominated as the CPN (UML) candidate from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 for the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5, 2026. Separate workers’ election mobilization committees have been formed across all constituencies to ensure victory. 🔹 National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, successfully held a Koshi Province–level gathering, highlighting organizational strengthening, participation of women workers, and unity, along with interactive cultural activities. 🔹 CUPPEC-Nepal, Myagdi District, submitted a memorandum to CPN (UML) candidate Harikrishna Shrestha, demanding the inclusion of construction workers’ issues in the election manifesto and pledging workers’ support for the Sun symbol. 🙏 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: January 26, 2026 | 12 Magh 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 #ShramikKhabar #TradeUnionNepal #WorkersRights #LaborMovement #CPNUML #Election2026 #Kathmandu10 #BinodShrestha #NABUN #CUPPEC #SocialJustice

Workers’ News 737 | Jan 25, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 CPN (UML) Election Mobilization Election mobilization committees have been announced across all 15 constituencies of Kathmandu Valley for the upcoming election. In Kathmandu Constituency No. 10, a 1,201-member election mobilization committee was formed, reaffirming confidence in Sun-symbol candidate and workers’ leader Binod Shrestha. 🔹 Growing Political Participation Senior leaders highlighted Kathmandu-10 as the legacy of people’s leader Madan Bhandari, while hundreds of activists joined CPN (UML), strengthening grassroots momentum ahead of the election. 🔹 NABUN Organizational Expansion The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, successfully held its second Itahari Sub-Metropolitan Convention, electing a new 13-member committee. Additionally, a Sunsari District Coordination Committee was formed, marking further organizational strengthening. 🙏 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: January 25, 2026 | 11 Magh 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 #TradeUnionNepal #WorkersRights #LabourMovement #CPNUML #Kathmandu10 #BinodShrestha #Election2026 #SunSymbol #NABUN #UnionStrength #SocialJustice #Solidarity #NepalPolitics

Workers’ News 736 | January 22, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 A workers’ gathering in Pokhara focused on the upcoming House of Representatives election forms a 301-member Kaski District Election Mobilization Committee, along with constituency-level committees across Kaski. 🔹 Trade union leaders share their perspectives on election mobilization, emphasizing unity, organization, and worker participation. 🔹 Financial support of NPR 150,000 is extended to a worker battling tongue cancer, reflecting solidarity within the labour movement. 🔹 The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN) conducts a skill-enhancement training program in Udayapur, promoting professional development and empowerment of beauticians. 🙏 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: January 23, 2026 | 9 Magh 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 #TradeUnionNepal #WorkersRights #LabourMovement #ElectionMobilization #BinodShrestha #CPNUML #NABUN #SkillDevelopment #WorkerSolidarity #ForWorkersByWorkers

Workers’ News 735 | January 22, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In today’s episode: • GEFONT President and CPN (UML) Central Committee Member Binod Shrestha has intensified his election campaign in Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 following the registration of his candidacy. • For the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5, 2026, CPN (UML) has nominated key trade union leaders from GEFONT under the proportional representation system, strengthening workers’ representation in national politics. • The National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, has formed its Morang District Coordination Committee, reinforcing organizational expansion and workers’ unity at the district level. 🙏 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: January 22, 2026 | 8 Magh 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 #TradeUnionNews #WorkersRights #LabourMovement #NepalPolitics #CPNUML #Kathmandu10 #BinodShrestha #UnionLeadership #LabourVoice #WorkersForWorkers

Workers’ News 734 | Jan 21, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: GEFONT President and CPN (UML) Central Committee Member Binod Shrestha has officially registered his candidacy from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 on behalf of CPN (UML). On January 20, 2026, Shrestha filed his nomination at the Office of the Election Officer in Kirtipur, accompanied by musical processions and hundreds of supporters. A permanent resident of Thankot, Chandragiri–4, he previously played a significant role in Nepal’s constitution-making process as a member of the Constituent Assembly in 2015. Following his candidacy registration, Shrestha released a video message calling on voters to support the Sun election symbol, emphasizing unity, representation, and societal transformation. 🙏 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: January 21, 2026 | 7 Magh 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 #Kathmandu10 #BinodShrestha #CPNUML #SunSymbol #Election2026 #WorkersVoice #LabourMovement #DemocraticNepa

Workers’ News 733 | Jan 20, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In today’s episode, we bring you important updates related to the House of Representatives Election 2026 and the role of workers in democratic participation. 🔹 Key Highlights: Nomination day update for the March 5, 2026 House of Representatives election GEFONT President Binod Shrestha filing his candidacy from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 on behalf of CPN (UML) Call for a workers’ gathering in Panga, Kirtipur to show solidarity and democratic participation GEFONT Bagmati Province workers’ assembly focusing on nationwide worker mobilization Presentation of an organized worker mobilization plan across 33 constituencies in 13 districts Training program for ambulance drivers in Pokhara on labor law, social security, and organizational management 🙏 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: January 20, 2026 | 6 Magh 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 #ShramikKhabar #BinodShrestha #Kathmandu10 #HouseOfRepresentativesElection #NepalElection2026 #TradeUnion #WorkersRights #LaborMovement #SocialSecurity #CPNUML #WorkersMobilization #NepalPolitics #UnionPower

Workers’ News 732 | Jan 19, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: For the House of Representatives election scheduled on March 5, 2026, the CPN (UML) has officially announced Binod Shrestha—Central Committee Member of the party and President of the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT)—as its candidate from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10. Binod Shrestha is the only labor-sector candidate nominated by CPN (UML) for the House of Representatives. His candidacy has generated strong enthusiasm among workers and laborers in Kathmandu-10, as well as Nepali workers living across the country and abroad. A respected labor leader, Binod Shrestha, is widely known for his two-decade-long struggle to establish the Contribution-Based Social Security Fund, guided by the belief that farmers and workers in Nepal must also receive pensions. His contributions have earned him recognition as a leader of workers and common people. A native of Thankot, Kathmandu, Binod Shrestha is active not only in national politics but also at the international level through the trade union movement. He is equally known for his leadership in disaster response, volunteer service, and people-centered initiatives. GEFONT calls upon all workers, supporters, and well-wishers to actively participate in the campaign and work collectively toward the victory of workers’ representation in Parliament. 🙏 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: January 19, 2026 | 5 Magh 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 #BinodShrestha #Kathmandu10 #HouseOfRepresentativesElection #Election2026 #TradeUnionMovement #WorkersLeadership #SocialSecurityForWorkers #LaborRights #WorkersPower #NepalPolitics #CPNUML

Workers’ News 731 | Jan 18, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: GEFONT Karnali Province holds a planning meeting to mobilize workers for the House of Representatives Election on March 5, 2026, along with special planning meetings in the Kathmandu Valley. WHIN Nepal, affiliated with GEFONT, secures victory in the official trade union election at Britannia Nepal Pvt. Ltd., Birgunj. Independent Transport Workers’ Organization Nepal (Gandaki Province) conducts an interaction with auto-sector workers on contribution-based social security and organizational expansion. CUPPEC-Nepal (Udayapur) provides medical financial support to its ailing union members, reinforcing solidarity and care within the labor movement. 🙏 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: January 18, 2026 | 4 Magh 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 #TradeUnionNepal #WorkersRights #LabourMovement #SocialSecurity #ContributionBasedSocialSecurity #UnionElection #WHIN #CUPPEC #TransportWorkers #NepalWorkers #Election2026 #Solidarity #ForWorkersByWorkers

Workers’ News 730 | Jan 16, 2026 Welcome to Workers’ News — created by workers, for workers! In this episode: 🔹 Honouring Senior Trade Unionists NIHWU, affiliated with GEFONT, organized a felicitation and farewell program at Hotel The Soaltee, recognizing the invaluable contributions of veteran trade unionists to the labour movement. 🔹 Strengthening Child Labour Elimination Efforts ILO Nepal highlighted ongoing collaboration with national and provincial partners to advance child labour monitoring, identification, and protection systems in Nepal. 🔹 Global Labour Market Update A newly released ILO report reveals that while global unemployment has not increased, progress toward decent work remains insufficient, with youth, women, and low-income workers still facing major challenges. 🙏 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: January 16, 2026 | 2 Magh 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 #LabourRights #NIHWU #TheSoalteeHotel #WorkersMovement #DecentWork #ChildLabourElimination #ILO #NepalLabour #UnionStrong