Biratnagar – The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) Koshi Province has started a protest against the “Koshi Province Mass Communication Bill 2081.”

The FNJ announced the protest on Monday after preparations were made to pass the bill, which includes strict provisions for penalties and fines for journalists. The federation stated that the bill goes against the spirit of the constitution and curtails press freedom, demanding immediate amendments.

The FNJ has announced protest programs up to Bhadra 13.

Protest Programs:

Bhadra 9 (Today): Awareness posts on social media.
Bhadra 10: Meetings with the Chief Minister, ministers, and party leaders to draw attention to amendments.
Bhadra 11: Sending messages to provincial assembly members.
Bhadra 12: One-hour sit-in in front of the Chief Minister’s Office and District Administration Offices.
Bhadra 13: One-hour sit-in at Devkota Chowk, Biratnagar, at 1 PM.