On May 8, microfinance borrowers organized a demonstration at Maitighar to voice their discontent with the government’s inability to enforce an accord previously agreed upon.
The protesters concluded their earlier demonstration last year following a deal with the authorities. Nonetheless, they restarted their movement on March 30.
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Collaborative victims organize demonstration at Maitighar (Photo Essay)
As of last Thursday, over one month and ten days have passed since the resumption of the movement. This protest targets exploitation carried out by cooperatives, microfinance organizations, financial institutions, and moneylenders.
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