Minister Badi, IGP Karki discuss curbing caste discrimination, violence against women and children

Minister for Women, Children, Gender and Sexual Minorities and Social Security Sita Badi and Police Inspector General Dan Bahadur Karki held discussions on controlling caste-based discrimination and violence.

According to the minister's secretariat, the meeting at the ministry prioritized effective investigation, legal action, protection of victims and prompt handling of complaints in cases of caste-based discrimination.

Emphasis was placed on taking strict action against those involved in such incidents under prevailing law.

The discussion also raised making Nepal Police's Dalit Help Desk more active for this purpose.

Emphasis was also placed on handling complaints sensitively and advancing investigation and prosecution quickly.

Discussions also covered controlling violence against women and children, and protecting children at risk.

The meeting also addressed reducing the risk of cross-border trafficking and movement of children.

Discussions also touched on addressing the grievances of marginalized communities and improving their access to justice.

The meeting also raised the protection of rights and security of senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and gender and sexual minorities.