The third International Indigenous Language Journalism Conference-2026 began in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Monday. Nepal's Law and Justice Minister Sobita Gautam inaugurated the four-day event, while Education and Science Minister Dasmit Pokharel attended as the special guest. The conference, held at Rastriya Sabha Griha, is themed "Indigenous Language Journalism for Cultural Diversity, Climate Justice, and Inclusive Democracy".
Federation of Nepal Indigenous Journalists (FONIJ) President Lucky Chaudhary presided over the event. Key speakers included Newar Journalists President Nripendra Lal Shrestha and SAARC Journalist Forum Central Committee Secretary General Md. Abdur Rahman. A large number of delegates from 26 South Asian countries are participating.
FAQs
1. **What is the theme of the conference?** The conference is themed "Indigenous Language Journalism for Cultural Diversity, Climate Justice, and Inclusive Democracy."
2. **Who inaugurated the event?** Nepal's Law and Justice Minister Sobita Gautam inaugurated the conference.
3. **How many countries are represented at the conference?** Delegates from 26 South Asian countries are participating.
4. **What were the main topics discussed on the opening day?** The opening day focused on indigenous peoples' rights, government policies concerning their communities, and the current state of indigenous language journalism in Nepal.
