Trapped in silence: Nepal’s deaf community struggles without interpreters
With only around 131 interpreters for over 50,000 deaf individuals, many are left without basic communication in health, legal and public services. While local initiatives and digital tools show promise, progress is slow, underfunded and uneven—especially in rural areas.
The CPN-UML has kicked into full election mode for March 5, forming committees, recommending candidates, and planning a nationwide campaign despite pending legal challenges.
