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In Kathmandu, Nepali workers going abroad for employment are facing an increase in health check-up costs. The Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security has introduced a new provision, setting the health check-up fee at NPR 9,500. This change has raised concerns among aspiring migrant workers who are already burdened with various expenses associated with seeking overseas employment.
The rise in health examination fees has sparked discussions among stakeholders, with many expressing worries about the additional financial strain this will impose on Nepali workers seeking opportunities overseas. The new policy has implications for the well-being and financial security of individuals and their families who rely on income from foreign employment.
Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, stated that the increased health check-up costs could deter many potential migrant workers from pursuing job opportunities abroad. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive review of the policy to ensure that it does not disproportionately impact the most vulnerable members of society who are seeking better economic prospects through foreign employment.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: March 31, 2025 12:01 am
