With the slogan “Prosperous Nepal, appeased Nepali, Social Security Rights to All”, General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) celebrated the 7th Social Security Day on November 26th by organizing various programs across the country.
In Koshi Province, the program was held in Biratnagar under the chairmanship of the state president Kishor Dhamala, and leaders including WHIN Vice President Manoj Magar and JTG-CWUN Vice President Murari Bhattarai and Secretary Sunita Shrestha were present as guests.
GEFONT National Committee member Maya Bhandari was chief guest of the program organized by the District Coordination Committee in Udayapur, chaired by Bishnurama Rai.
Rajkumar Rai initiated the program where Seema Maskey and Shashi Kumar Rai gave congratulatory speeches.
Similarly, CPN-UML central member and former minister Ekwal Mia was the chief guest of the 7th Social Security Day program held in Simara under the chairmanship of GEFONT Madhesh Province state president Kamlesh Jha.
GEFONT National Committee member Gita Bhandari, CPN-UML Madhesh Province member Sunder BK, WHIN central member Manoj Chaudhary and other leaders gave their best wishes in the program hosted by Provincial Secretary Mukti Chaudhary. The 7th Social Security Day has also been celebrated at Indu Shankar Sugar Industry located in Hariwan of Sarlahi District in Madhesh Province.
Under the chief hospitality of the Honorable Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, the program held in Kathmandu of Bagmati Province was chaired by the President of GEFONT Binod Shrestha and hosted by the General Secretary Laxman Sharma.
Similarly, lamp lighting in Bharatpur of Chitwan district and seminar on social security at Shivam Cement complex in Hetauda were organized.
Likewise, the Social Security Day program organized by the GEFONT Gandaki Province Committee was chaired by GEFONT Province President Rudra Khatri with CPN-UML central member and former GEFONT vice-chairman Chudamani Junglee as the chief guest.
Independent Transport- Workers’ Association of Nepal Gandaki Province Executive President Baburam Rana and UNITRAV Central Vice-President Tulsi Subedi delivered their best wishes at the program.
CG Foods, Gorkha Brewery, CG Cement in Nawalpur district of Gandaki Province, Surya Nepal in Tanahun district along with Syangja district also celebrated the day by organizing various programs, as informed by GEFONT Gandaki.
General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT) Lumbini Province celebrated the establishment day of contribution-based social security by holding interaction programs at CG Foods in Bardiya district, Nepalgunj Medical College and Industrial Area in Banke, Nepal Hydro and Electric in Rupandehi, and lighting lamps in Manigram.
Similarly, GEFONT Karnali Province organized the 7th Social Security Day in Surkhet under the chairmanship of Provincial Secretary Shripal Sarumagar, with GEFONT National Committee Member Chandra Kumari Dhami as the chief guest. The program was conducted by Provincial Member Nim Bahadur Budha.
The seventh Social Security Day was held by Godawari Municipality under the chief guest Jit Bahadur Malla, GEFONT Far-west Province President.
The program, chaired by the Municipality Committee President Bhubaneswar Bhatta, was conducted by the Municipality Secretary Sher Bahadur Magar.
श्रमिक खबर ६५५ (१० असोज २०८२) – Workers’ News 655 (September 26, 2025)
Workers’ News 655 | September 26, 2025
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1️⃣ GEFONT Makwanpur Gathering – District-level activists meeting in Hetauda discussing trade unions’ role in the current political context, outsourcing challenges, and strengthening labor rights.
2️⃣ GEFONT Koshi Province Program – Activists’ gathering in Biratnagar highlighting political developments, GEFONT’s decisions, and unity for workers’ empowerment.
3️⃣ Embassy Alert in UAE – Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi urges Nepali workers to follow UAE laws and avoid violations related to banking, social behavior, traffic, and cybercrime.
4️⃣ NEPSE Workers’ Strike – Employees protest after NEPSE Board decides against giving bonuses despite a Labor Court order.
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श्रमिक खबर ६५४ (९ असोज २०८२) – Workers’ News 654 (September 25, 2025)
📢 Workers’ News 654 | September 25 2025
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1️⃣ GEFONT Gandaki Province held a gathering of leading activists in Pokhara and exchanged greetings for Bada Dashain 2025, condemning vandalism at the central office and demanding strict action against those involved.
2️⃣ ITWAN Tanahun District Committee held its 11th meeting, discussing social security, road safety awareness, and membership renewal. Meanwhile, the Vegetable & Fruit Transport Unit Committee also held a meeting in Pokhara.
3️⃣ ITWAN appealed to all transport workers not to charge passengers more than the government-fixed fares during the festive season, warning of legal consequences under the Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 1992.
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श्रमिक खबर ६५३ (८ असोज २०८२) – Workers’ News 653 (September 24, 2025)
Workers’ News 653 | September 24, 2025
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1️⃣ WHO honors Nepal’s Female Community Health Volunteers with the South-East Asia Regional Public Health Champion Award.
2️⃣ ITWAN Bagmati Province provides educational support to the daughter of late transport worker Sunil Karki and distributes gifts to 167 members on Ghatasthapana.
3️⃣ Visa process for more than 7,000 Nepali workers to the UAE halted following recent unrest.
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श्रमिक खबर ६५२ (७ असोज २०८२) – Workers’ News 652 (September 23, 2025)
Workers’ News 652 | September 23, 2025
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📰 Orientation Training Linked to National ID
The Department announces that all orientation training for foreign employment workers is now connected with the National Identity Card (NID) system to ensure better tracking and transparency.
📰 Mass Rally in South Korea
Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) and Migrants’ Trade Union (MTU) organized a massive rally demanding migrant workers’ rights, including the right to change workplaces voluntarily, proper accommodation, and an end to discrimination and oppression.
📰 FNCCI Delegation Meets Prime Minister
FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal informed PM Sushila Karki that the Gen-Z protests caused nearly NPR 80 billion in damages to the private sector. They urged the government to establish continuous dialogue to restore the economy and ensure a safe business environment.
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श्रमिक खबर ६५१ (६ असोज २०८२) – Workers’ News 651 (September 22, 2025)
Workers’ News 651 | September 22, 2025
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🔹 FAWN’s 29th Foundation Day
GEFONT-affiliated Federation of Agriculture Workers Union Nepal (FAWN) celebrated its 29th Foundation Day nationwide on September 19. The day was marked with programs including lamp-lighting, blood donation, and interactions in Lumbini Province. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha and FAWN President Purna KC extended warm greetings on this occasion.
🔹 Rescue & Relief for Stranded Passengers
GEFONT-affiliated ITWAN mobilized a rescue and support team led by General Secretary Keshav Thapa to assist passengers and transport workers stranded near Tuin Khola Bridge due to a landslide. Similarly, Riders Union Nepal (RUN) Chitwan District Committee distributed water and biscuits to those affected.
🔹 Bhatbhateni Employees Reassigned
Following the fire, vandalism, and looting incident of September 9 that completely destroyed 12 Bhatbhateni Superstores, management confirmed that no employees will lose their jobs or benefits. Staff have been reassigned to other operational outlets.
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श्रमिक खबर ६५० (५ असोज २०८२) - Workers’ News 650 (September 21, 2025)
📰 Workers’ News 650 | September 21, 2025
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1️⃣ GEFONT’s Constitution Day Celebration
GEFONT organized a lamp-lighting program on September 19 at Manmohan Labour Building, GEFONT Plaza.
President Binod Shrestha extended heartfelt greetings to all working people in Nepal and abroad and paid tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for democracy and justice.
He emphasized GEFONT’s strong commitment to protect the Federal Democratic Republic and the Constitution.
2️⃣ IndustriALL Global Union’s Solidarity Message
IndustriALL Global Union, representing 50+ million workers in 130 countries,
expressed solidarity with thousands of Nepali workers who lost jobs and livelihoods during the violent incidents of September 8–9. It reaffirmed support for workers’ rights, decent work, and social justice in Nepal.
3️⃣ Health Service Partnership for NABUN Members
NABUN Koshi Province signed an agreement with Neuro Cardio & Multi-Speciality Hospital to provide up to 15% discount on treatment for NABUN members.
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GEFONT Constitution Day Message 2025 | Workers’ Commitment to Democracy & Justice
📢 GEFONT Constitution Day Message 2025 | Workers’ Commitment to Democracy & Justice
On this Constitution Day, September 19, 2025,
GEFONT extends heartfelt greetings to all working people in Nepal and abroad.
The Constitution of Nepal 2015, achieved through the sacrifices of thousands of martyrs and the long struggle of working people,
enshrines people’s sovereignty, labor rights, inclusion, and federalism.
In this message, GEFONT President Binod Shrestha:
✅ Pays tribute to all martyrs of Nepal’s democratic struggle.
✅ Highlights the Constitution as a foundation for a strong and consolidated democracy.
✅ Expresses concern over recent unconstitutional and undemocratic moves.
✅ Calls for the immediate restoration of parliament.
✅ Reaffirms commitment to democracy, labor rights, and dignified life for all workers.
Let’s unite for justice, equality, and prosperity for the working class! ✊
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श्रमिक खबर ६४९ (३ असोज २०८२) - Workers’ News 649 (September 19, 2025) | Constitution Day Special
📰 Workers’ News 649 | September 19, 2025 (Constitution Day Special)
In this episode of Workers’ News (September 19, 2025):
✅ FAWN Founding Day – GEFONT extends warm greetings on the anniversary of the Federation of Agriculture Workers Union Nepal (FAWN).
✅ Constitution Day Message – GEFONT President Binod Shrestha delivers a special message honoring the historic struggles, sacrifices, and achievements of Nepali workers and martyrs who made Nepal’s Constitution 2015 possible.
✅ ITUC-Asia Pacific Solidarity – Expresses strong support for workers who lost jobs and livelihoods due to violent unrest on September 8–9 and calls for employment security, decent work, and social protection.
✅ GEFONT Team Action – GEFONT leaders clean and inspect the vandalized home of UML Senior Vice President Ishwar Pokharel and the damaged GEFONT Central Office.
✅ ITWAN Autorickshaw Gathering – The second gathering of the Nepal Autorickshaw Unit Committee was held in Pokhara with the active participation of transport workers’ leaders.
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श्रमिक खबर ६४८ (२ असोज २०८२) - Workers’ News 648 (September 18, 2025)
📢 Workers’ News 648 | September 18, 2025
Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers!
👉 In this episode:
🔸 GEFONT to Celebrate Constitution Day (Sept 19) – Gathering held at GEFONT Assembly Hall with President Binod Shrestha highlighting democracy, good governance, and workers’ commitment.
🔸 Call for Justice – GEFONT demands an impartial investigation into the Sept 8 & 9 incidents of deaths, vandalism, and arson.
🔸 Korea E-7 Visa Route Closed – Department of Foreign Employment announces suspension of the Skilled Workers Procedure 2023.
🔸 MTU’s Memorandum to the Korean President – Migrant workers demand free work rights, housing, and an end to discrimination.
🔸 Rebuilding Manmohan Labour Building – “We Build – Our GEFONT” campaign launched; contributions can be made to Nabil Bank account.
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श्रमकि खबर ६४७ (१ असोज २०८२) - Workers’ News 647 (September 17, 2025)
📰 Workers’ News 647 | September 17, 2025
Welcome to another edition of Workers’ News — prepared by workers, for workers!
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1️⃣ Flag Hoisted at UML Office – GEFONT leaders and activists hoist the country’s largest communist (hammer-and-sickle) flag at the vandalized CPN (UML) party office in Chyasal, Lalitpur, and clean up the fire-damaged residence of General Secretary Shankar Pokharel.
2️⃣ Employment Loss Due to Protests – Thousands of workers at Bhatbhateni Supermarket, hotels, Chaudhary Group, cable cars, banks, and other businesses lose their jobs due to vandalism and arson on September 8–9.
3️⃣ Rebuilding the Manmohan Labour Building – GEFONT launches the campaign “We Build – Our GEFONT” to reconstruct its office damaged during the protests. UNITRAV General Secretary Ram Bahadur Shrestha donates NPR 50,000, and GEFONT leaders contribute one day’s wage.
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