KATHMANDU, DECEMBER 26
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung, emphasized that an inclusive society is integral to strengthening national unity.
Speaking at a ceremony held on Thursday to launch the Gorkhapatra news bulletin in the Wambule Rai language, the Minister highlighted the importance of inclusivity in every aspect of society.
"Our constitution envisions a participatory society, and this vision must be mirrored in federal governance," he stated. "The State belongs to all, and inclusivity is essential to instill a sense of ownership within every community. Inclusive governance is indispensable for fostering national unity."
On the occasion, Vishnu Prasad Subedi, Chair of the Gorkhapatra Sansthan (Corporation), shared that the organization has been publishing news content in various languages under the New Nepal section since 2064 BS to promote inclusivity. Currently, Gorkhapatra delivers content in 45 languages.
General Manager Lal Bahadur Airee requested increased budgetary support from the Ministry to accommodate the organization's expanding services.
Gajurdhan Rai, Chair of the Wambule Language Society, underscored the State's responsibility to protect and promote all native languages spoken in the country. He noted the Society's ongoing efforts to safeguard the Wambule language, which is on the brink of extinction.
Byakul Maila, the poet and lyricist of Nepal's National Anthem, expressed satisfaction with the government's recent policies aimed at addressing the concerns of diverse linguistic communities.
