Nepal marked the 8th National Women’s Rights Day with renewed calls for stronger action to protect women’s rights and promote gender equality across the country.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring women can fully enjoy the rights guaranteed by the Constitution. He stressed that legal protections must be backed by awareness, participation, and social change.
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ЁЯМ╕ Focus on Ending Harmful Practices
The Prime Minister urged society to work together to eliminate practices that continue to affect women and girls.
Key issues highlighted:
- Child marriage
- Dowry-related discrimination
- Chhaupadi practice
- Witchcraft accusations
- Domestic violence
- Gender-based violence
- Online and digital harassment
According to the Prime Minister, ending these challenges requires cooperation from government agencies, local communities, and civil society.
ЁЯТк Empowerment Through Opportunity
Women’s empowerment remains a key national priority.
Efforts are being focused on:
- Expanding education opportunities
- Strengthening economic participation
- Improving social inclusion
- Increasing representation in decision-making bodies
Officials believe empowering women helps create stronger families, communities, and a more prosperous nation.
ЁЯУв A Call for Collective Action
Speaking on the occasion, Minister for Women, Children, Gender and Social Security Sita Badi emphasized that women’s rights are not only about laws.
She noted that true equality depends on:
- Equal opportunities
- Respectful social behavior
- Inclusive participation
- Dignified representation
ЁЯМЯ This Year’s Theme
The day is being observed under the slogan:
“Respect for Women’s Rights: Campaign for Self-Reliance and Prosperity.”
The message reflects Nepal’s ongoing effort to build a society where every woman can live with dignity, safety, and equal opportunities.
ЁЯСЙ National Women’s Rights Day serves as a reminder that achieving gender equality requires commitment from every sector of society.
