KATHMANDU: Vice-Chair of the National Assembly, Bimala Ghimire, claimed that Nepal’s Constitution is exemplary globally when it comes to women’s rights.
Speaking at a recent event, she emphasized that despite the progressive legal framework, societal attitudes toward women remain largely unchanged.
Ghimire highlighted that gender equality is not just a political or legal issue but also a matter rooted in values, traditions, and religious culture. She called for a shift in mindset to complement the legal provisions already in place.
On the topic of good governance, the vice-chair stressed the need for stricter implementation of laws to curb corruption and irregularities.
She pointed out that while the media actively exposes major scandals, corruption also exists in more subtle forms, such as public employees delaying services and failing to address citizens’ needs.
Ghimire also drew attention to the gap between people’s representatives and government employees, stating that this disconnect has contributed to corruption and weakened public trust.
Addressing the issue of youth migration, she suggested that creating diverse job opportunities within the country would help retain the workforce and reduce the trend of Nepali youth seeking employment abroad.
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