The Nepal School Employees Council has announced a new phase of protests beginning Sunday, May 4, citing the government’s failure to address their longstanding demands.
The council, which represents non-teaching staff at community schools, expressed dissatisfaction with the recent nine-point agreement signed between the government and the Nepal Teachers' Federation, arguing that it failed to address the grievances of non-teaching staff.
The teachers ended their month-long agitation a few days ago and have returned to work after signing a nine-point agreement with the government on Wednesday, April 30.
At a press conference held Friday, the council unveiled a seven-point demand charter, which includes ending what it describes as systemic discrimination between teaching and non-teaching staff in terms of salaries, benefits, and allowances. It also called for the full implementation of previously signed agreements and a Supreme Court verdict in favor of the employees.
Gangaram Tiwari, Chairperson of the Council, emphasized key demands such as hardship allowances for employees serving in remote areas, prompt enactment of the School Education Act, accumulation of sick leave, and a fair, updated pay scale for all school staff.
To lead the campaign, a 15-member protest mobilization committee has been formed under the leadership of Babban Mishra. The protest will unfold in multiple phases and locations, culminating in a major demonstration in Kathmandu on May 23 and 24.
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