Govt Invites Protesting Teachers for Talks Again
Education Minister Raghujī Pant has called on the protesting teachers to resume talks, urging collective resolution over concerns tied to the Education Bill.
Kathmandu – The Nepal Teachers’ Federation protest has entered its second week in the capital. Teachers continue their sit-in, demanding revisions to the upcoming Education Bill. According to the Federation, the draft law threatens teacher rights, job security, and administrative clarity.
In response, the government has again called the Federation to the negotiating table. Just two days after taking office, newly appointed Education Minister Raghujī Pant extended a formal invitation to the teachers. He stressed that dialogue is the only way forward.
“Everyone is aware of the parliamentary procedures for the introduction, discussion, and approval of a bill,” Minister Pant said. “Therefore, as in the past, we sincerely urge the Nepal Teachers’ Federation to come forward for immediate dialogue and collective solution-finding.”
The Nepal Teachers’ Federation protest began on Chaitra 20 (April 2). Since then, large groups of teachers have gathered on the streets of Kathmandu. Their main demand is that Parliament revise sections of the Education Bill. They argue the bill weakens teacher security and could harm the stability of the public school system.
Observers note that similar protests in the past have influenced government policy. This underlines the Federation’s bargaining power. However, with the budget session underway, the government faces pressure to finalize the bill without major delays.
Analysts warn that if dialogue fails, the standoff could escalate and disrupt classes nationwide. For now, Minister Pant’s invitation signals the government’s attempt to resolve tensions through negotiation rather than confrontation.
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