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.
All the polling stations under Uttargaya Rural Municipality have been fitted with CCTVs, and installation at the remaining four local levels is expected to conclude soon. The Election Office has plann...
