KATHMANDU: General Secretary of the Nepali Congress Bimalendra Nidhi today said that a full-fledged democracy would be established in the country only after the state restructuring model and governance system are decided and women’s rights are ensured in the constitution.

Speaking at a programme organised by Modern Kanya Multiple College here, Nidhi said the women should be active themselves for ensuring their representation in all state bodies.

CA member Sapana Pradhan Malla said women face discrimination in society due to lack of education and self-reliance.

Leader of the Unified CPN (Maoist) Shanta Shrestha stressed on proportional representation of women in all sectors of Nation.

Professor Sushma Acharya said the women should launch a struggle if necessary to have their rights guaranteed in the constitution.

Chairman of the College Ram Prasad Dahal called on the government to bring a programme for providing Masters level education to at least 25 women in each VDC.