Nepal Teachers’ Federation States Upcoming Movement in Bhadra Will Be Larger Than Before

The Nepal Teachers’ Federation has decided to launch a protest movement starting from Bhadra (August-September) due to unimplemented previous agreements and disagreements over provisions of the Education Regulations. Federation President Laxmikishor Subedi has warned that if their demands remain unaddressed, the street protests will see participation larger than ever before. Citing interference in teacher promotions, service benefits, and trade union rights, the federation expects immediate dialogue with the government.

The Nepal Teachers’ Federation has organized street protests in 2075, 2078, 2080, and 2081-82 (Nepali calendar years). Several agreements were made with the government following those protests. However, due to the lack of implementation of those agreements, the federation has again declared plans to initiate protests from Bhadra.

The federation’s council meeting has finalized the decision to proceed with the movement. During the meeting, amendments were also made to the federation’s bylaws following the 10th amendment of the Education Regulations. According to the revised bylaws, all members of the Teachers’ Federation will now be eligible to participate and vote in elections. Although the constitution was promulgated in 2072 BS (2015 AD), even after nearly 11 years, the federal education act as per the constitution has not yet been enacted. Furthermore, the nine-point decision made by the Council of Ministers on 17th Baishakh 2082 (May 2025) remains unimplemented.

The exact date for the upcoming movement has not been finalized. However, the president stated, “Our National Council is the highest authority. The council, through an extended office meeting, will decide the movement’s schedule and specific date.” The government will determine the nature of the protest. If demands are not met, we will take to the streets as we did previously.

The federation president remarked, “The conduct of yesterday’s rulers was similar to that of today’s; from a teacher’s perspective, their behavior remains unchanged.” He added, “The government has not prioritized education and is pushing teachers onto the streets.” He also requested the government not to underestimate or undervalue teachers’ and staff’s protest movements.