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The Martyrs Day is being celebrated by organizing various programs across the country today.

The Day is observed in memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the sake of the country and people.

At different times of history, many people fought for liberty, freedoms and democracy and got martyrdom in Nepal. In commemoration and tribute to them, week-long programs are being organized every year.

In 2012BS, then Kathmandu Municipality began coordinating the programs organized in honor of the martyrs. It has continued till date.

In response to the demand of democracy, civic rights and liberty, Shukra Raj Shastri was executed by then autocratic Rana regime at Pachali, Kathmandu on Magh 10, 1997; Dharma Bhakta Mathema at Siphal, Kathmandu on Magh 13 and Ganga Lal Shrestha and Dasharath Chanda at Shova Bhagawati, Kathmandu on Magh 15 the same year.

Meanwhile, President Ram Chandra Paudel said that true condolences to the martyrs would be to move forward towards meeting the aspiration for sustainable peace, good governance, development and prosperity by means of the federal democratic republican governance system achieved from the sacrifice of the great martyrs.

The President expressed the belief that the Martyrs Day would give further inspiration for sincerely fulfilling the role we all have to play from our side to materialize the aspirations of the martyrs while highly regarding their sacrifices.

"On the occasion of the Martyrs Day, 2081 BS, I extend my heartfelt tribute to all the known and unknown martyrs, including the great martyrs Shukraraj Shastri, Dharma Bhakta Mathema, Dashrath Chand, Gangalal Shrestha, who gave their valuable life for establishing civic freedom and democracy, and for protection of nationality," he said.

President Paudel noted that the Martyrs Day is a day of special remembrance of the great martyrs who sacrificed their life for the country.

"Sacrificing one's precious life for the welfare of the people and the nation is martyrdom. May this Day inspire and encourage all the political parties, the general public and all concerned to dedicate their heart, words and deeds to realize the aspirations of the martyrs who have attained martyrdom for the independence of the Nation and the Nepali people," the President said in his message.

In light of the recent political situation in the United States, the United Nepali Political Action Committee (UNPAC) has appealed to the Nepalis in the US to immediately reach out for assistance or legal consultations if they face any issues. Operating as a non-profit organization with approval from the US government, UNPAC has been providing support to the Nepali American community in various challenging circumstances. 

“The problems faced by the Nepali American community are our problems as well,” said UNPAC Chairperson Adrian Pokhrel. “We are committed to working together to find solutions and resolve these issues.” Many prominent Nepali Americans from various sectors are part of UNPAC.

Experts have stressed the critical need to conserve the Chure region for the prosperity of Madhesh.

During a two-day orientation on "Chure conservation and development", organized by the Specialized Research Center of the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), in Madhesh Province at Bardibas, experts noted that daily life in Madhesh is closely linked to the Chure region, and its conservation is a shared responsibility.

On the first day of the event, Dr. Sohan Prasad Shah, Vice Chair of the Madhesh Province Policy and Planning Commission, said that the livelihood of the people in Madhesh is interconnected with the Chure in many ways, including energy, drinking water, environment, and irrigation.

He stressed that the conservation of the Chure should be the priority of all. On the concluding day, Dr. Nagendra Prasad Yadav, an expert in the field, stressed the need to assess the challenges facing the Chure and the obstacles to its conservation.

He urged the three-tier government and relevant stakeholders to implement planned programs to find sustainable solutions for the issues affecting the Chure.

Experts pointed out that the Chure is a source of natural heritage and that clear policies are required for the responsible utilization of these resources for human benefit, with proper implementation.

Dr. Binod Bhatta, an expert on Chure and climate change, moderated a session titled "Chure Conservation: Whose Concern, Whose Responsibility?" and presented a working paper on the topic.

Another expert, Nagdev Yadav, gave a presentation on successful local-level practices to conserve the Chure region and mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change on the forests, watersheds, and surrounding areas.

His presentation highlighted the control of rivulets along the Chure hills, water refilling ponds, landslide control, and afforestation practices. Experts emphasized that Chure conservation efforts should be based on applied science.

Dr. Rabindra Prasad Dhakal, NAST Secretary was also present at the event.

The resident doctors pursuing their Master's Degree from private medical colleges would now receive stipend from the government.

Minister for Education, Science and Technology Bidya Bhattarai and Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel took this decision on Monday.

The minister duo also decided to write to the concerned agencies to provide stipend to the resident doctors.

As decided, the Master's Level resident doctors would receive at least Rs 25,000 in the first year, Rs 30,000 in the second year and Rs 35,000 in the third year.

Such a provision will come into practice from the Fiscal Year 2081/082.

The 15th meeting of the Medical Education Commission chaired by Commission's Chairman and Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on November 24, 2024 had entrusted the responsibility to the Health Minister and Education Minister to resolve the issue of stipend to the resident doctors pursuing their Master's degree in the private colleges.