Dalit activists demand state apology and reparations for historical discrimination

Kathmandu. Dalit and human rights activists have stated that the state must offer a formal apology along with reparations to the Dalit community.The government's 100-point agenda for governance reform includes a commitment to 'formally acknowledge the injustices, discrimination, and deprivation of opportunities faced by Dalits and historically excluded communities due to state, societal, and policy structures, and to announce reform-oriented programs within 15 days, including a formal apology from the state, to lay the foundation for social justice, inclusive rehabilitation, and historical reconciliation.'An interaction program was held today at the NGO Federation with Dalit and human rights activists regarding this...