Workers Contribution for Nepal Earthquake Relief

Kathmandu, June 4, 2015, SARTUC handed over rupees one million to the Prime Minister Natural Disaster Relief Fund meant for the victims affected by devastating earthquake of April 25.

SARTUC General Secretary, Laxman Basnet, handed the cheque of Nepali Rupees 1,016,552.50 to the Honorable Prime Minister Sushil Koirala at latters official residence in Baluwatar. At the event, SARTUC affiliate Presidents of Nepal Chapter and other trade union leaders were present.

Mr. Basnet emphasized the role of the governments mechanism to reach the needy and also highlighted the role that the workers would play in the re-building of nation. He also stated that the workers within and outside the country would be able to directly facilitate the reconstruction process if there was a mechanism, like social security, where workers reserves would guarantee a steady flow of fund.

Prime Minister Koirala, in response, acknowledged and expressed gratitude for the contribution made by the workers, and he also made commitment to expedite process for ensuring social security of workers.