Nepal’s VP Urges Equal Access to State Resources for Indigenous Communities

Nepal’s Vice President Ram Sahay Yadav has emphasized the need for equal representation and access to state resources for indigenous communities, including the marginalized and oppressed.

Speaking at an event marking the 32nd World Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Yadav stressed that inclusivity should not be limited to mere slogans, but rather should be reflected in the state’s policies, plans, and resources.

He highlighted the importance of ensuring proportional representation of indigenous communities in education, healthcare, employment, and decision-making processes.

Nepal’s constitution, Yadav noted, has recognized the country’s multi-ethnic, multi-lingual, multi-religious, and multi-cultural diversity.

He emphasized the need for unity, social harmony, and tolerance among diverse groups, and called for cooperation from all stakeholders to achieve this goal.

Yadav also acknowledged the significant contributions and sacrifices made by indigenous communities in Nepal’s transformative movements, including the establishment of an inclusive democracy, republic, and federalism.

He emphasized that the constitution has ensured the rights of indigenous communities, and it is now necessary to implement these rights in practice.

Yadav expressed his optimism that if Nepal can strengthen its federal democratic republican system, the country can make positive progress in various fields.

He also highlighted the importance of preserving traditional knowledge, skills, and culture of indigenous communities, which he said can serve as a model for the world in addressing climate change and environmental balance.

Yadav urged the new generation to take responsibility for preserving their language, culture, and identity, while also embracing education, science, and technology to move forward.

He concluded that only through collective efforts from all sections of society can Nepal become a beautiful, peaceful, and prosperous country.