Govt–teachers’ talks inconclusive, but show positive progress
The high-level meeting, held at the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, began at 8 PM and continued until 10:30 PM.
KATHMANDU: The latest round of talks between the Government of Nepal and the Nepal Teachers’ Federation ended without a concrete agreement on Tuesday night, although both parties have described the dialogue as moving in a “positive direction.”
The high-level meeting, held at the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, began at 8 PM and continued until 10:30 PM.
Despite the lack of a definitive resolution, Education Minister Raghuji Panta expressed optimism, stating, “The discussions with the Teachers’ Federation have progressed positively. We are committed to reaching a conclusion as soon as possible.”
Minister Pant was joined by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel, and Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak during the negotiation. On behalf of the Federation, the delegation was led by its Chairperson, Laxmi Kishor Subedi.
The talks are part of ongoing efforts to end a teachers’ movement that began on Chaitra 20 (April 2), with educators across the country demanding the protection of their professional and labor rights.
The strike has severely disrupted teaching and learning activities at public schools nationwide, preventing the regular commencement of the academic year 2082 (2025–2026).
A similar round of discussions was held on Monday, which both sides also characterized as constructive. However, with no formal breakthrough yet, concerns are mounting over the prolonged impact on the education system.
Efforts to resolve the standoff are expected to continue in the coming days.
