Federation demands timely passage of the bill in line with previous agreements
The Nepal Teachers’ Federation has issued a stern warning to the government, demanding that the School Education Bill be passed by Saun 21. In a press release, the federation stated that failure to pass the bill within the given timeframe—or proceeding with provisions that contradict previous agreements—will result in stronger and more intense protests than in the past.
The statement, jointly issued by Federation President Laxmikishor Subedi and General Secretary Tulabahadur Thapa, accused the government of again moving toward betraying teachers and staff, potentially pushing them into agitation.
The federation urged the concerned authorities to immediately conclude discussions currently underway at the Education, Health, and Information Technology Committee of the Parliament and to table and pass the bill in the House of Representatives by including the provisions agreed upon in previous negotiations.
The statement read, “The bill must be passed by Saun 21, 2082. If it is not passed or if provisions against prior agreements are introduced, the federation will launch a protest that will be stronger than any past movement. The protest programs will be announced in due course.”
Additionally, the federation warned that if such a situation arises, the state must bear full responsibility for the serious consequences that follow.
This article was originally published on https://bajarkochirfar.com. Translated with the help of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
