Kathmandu : Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has said facilities at the local levels will be denied to those compelling menstruating women to isolate and stay in a hut. As he said, circulars towards that end will be issued for local levels across the country.     

During the meeting with office-bearers of the Inter-Party Women’s Alliance on Thursday, the Home Minister said the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration will be requested to issue the circular.     

“Superstition has a great role in the menstrual discriminations,” he said, seeking the support and advice from the Alliance towards the elimination of such discriminations.     

As the Minister reiterated, the government is serious about the existence of violence against women, including sexual assaults. “The government is serious about the need to work towards the dignity, pride, prestige and security of women,” he said, pledging that those responsible for the violence against women will be brought to justice.     

During the meeting, Alliance President Mamata Giri submitted a memorandum to the Minister, demanding an end to all sorts of discrimination against women. They expressed their grave concerns over the increasing cases of violence and discrimination against women. (RSS)