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Where is the Bloody Queen? Shattering the societal silence surrounding menstruation

In Nepal, menstrual health has been a long-standing concern due to several cultural, economic, and social factors. Lack of awareness, limited access to sanitary products, and inadequate sanitation facilities pose significant challenges to women and girls, particularly in rural areas. The pervasive stigmatization and taboos surrounding menstruation further exacerbate the problem, leading to negative psychological […]

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Lahan's lack of waste treatment plant threatens the Balan river

What Does It Cost to Save a River?

By: Pankaj Thapa Lahan Municipality in Siraha District of Nepal is a rapidly growing municipal area. As of 2011, the municipality, divided into 24 wards, had a population of 91,766 residents. A preliminary report of the 2021 Census suggests Lahan’s population has grown to 102,955 people. According to a 2020 report by EnPHO (Environment and

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Inclusive sanitation crisis because of low budget in Nepal

Has Nepal Budgeted for Inclusive Sanitation?

In May 2022, Nepal’s Ministry of Finance released a budget of 1798.83 billion. Of the total budget, the Ministry of Water Supply received 37.45 billion, including 30.13 billion for projects under the federal government, 5.43 billion for projects under provincial governments, and 1.89 billion for local level governments. A budget of more than 300 million

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The Status, Importance, and Challenges of Implementing Citywide Inclusive Sanitation in Nepal

As a member of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Agenda, Nepal has pledged to ensure the following: “The universal availability and sustainable management of sanitation and clean water for all.” The Nepal Government has committed to getting 74% of urban households connected to sewer systems or provided with access to FSM facilities by 2025

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Where is the Bloody Queen? Shattering the societal silence surrounding menstruation

What Does It Cost to Save a River?

Has Nepal Budgeted for Inclusive Sanitation?

The Status, Importance, and Challenges of Implementing Citywide Inclusive Sanitation in Nepal

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