Trade Union Activities Decline in Nepal Amidst Government Pressure and Outsourcing

Kathmandu. At one time, the presence of trade unions in public institutions or government bodies was so strong that management could not make any policy decisions without addressing the demands of the employees.

From salary and allowance increases, career development to restructuring of the organization, the voice of the unions was very strong. In situations affecting employee services and facilities, it was common to see unions staging protests and even locking the offices of the chief.