National Women's Commission Chairperson Kamala Parajuli Highlights Challenges in Women's Rights Implementation

Kathmandu. National Women's Commission Chairperson Kamala Parajuli has stated that although the constitution ensures women's rights, there are still challenges in effective implementation and access. Speaking at a program organized in Kathmandu on Saturday on the occasion of the National Women's Rights Day, Chairperson Parajuli mentioned that suggestions are being received to further strengthen the gender aspect during the ongoing constitutional amendment debate. She emphasized that the main task now is to deliver the rights obtained constitutionally and legally to the target groups. Mentioning that the current government is women-friendly and positive on gender issues, Chairperson Parajuli expressed satisfaction with the government's performance so far. She depicted the presence of 40 percent women in the Council of Ministers and the allocation of sufficient budget for the Ministry of Women as positive achievements in history. Chairperson Parajuli said, 'Our constitution and laws ensure rights, but reaching those rights in actual use and access is the biggest challenge. Now, the state, government, civil society, and various organizations need to jointly formulate a concrete strategy to enhance access to rights. We have felt that the current government has positively embraced gender issues and is implementing them. The significant participation of women in the Council of Ministers and the budget allocated to the ministry have raised new hopes in the field of women's empowerment.' Chairperson Parajuli also clarified that the collective commitment and activeness of all parties are needed to protect the achievements made and end the remaining discrimination. - News Agency Nepal