Is it the real picture?
The Himalayan Times
16 August 2019
Is it the
real picture?
We talk a lot about violent
against women (VAW) in Nepal, be it in the urban or rural areas, among the well-to-do
family, or in the other family. We talk a lot about human rights violations
(HRV) against his/her or their rights to live speak, freely walk around, read
and write by the perpetrators. The concerned agencies that are responsible for punishing
the perpetrators do not seem to be successful in carrying out their
responsibilities. But, is it possible for these agencies to be hundred percent successful
in punishing both the VAW and HRV perpetrators in the current situation when
the culprits are found freely walking around?
It was such an encouraging news
report “Zero VAW cases in Manang” (THT, August 13, Page 3) to read. Thanks to
Himalayan News Service for bringing up this fantastic news. Now, let me put forward
some of my queries and concerns on this news report. Is this the real picture
of that district related to zero VAW cases? Does this indicate that the people
are self disciplined and well aware about VAW? Does this show that the local
people are socially well cultured and respect each other with dignity? Does
this indicate that the political leaders and other district based organizations
are playing a crucial role in educating the local people that VAW is a crime and
punishable?
If yes, then the government should leave no stone unturned to spread this
exemplary message to every part of the country.
Rai
Biren Bangdel
Maharjgunj
