Official Ground Report
Digital Freedom & ICT Reform
Nov 12, 2024 — Dec 05, 2024 Nepal Tech AllianceSuccessful
Historical Narrative
The ICT Reform movement was sparked by a sudden 15% increase in telecommunications service charges. Thousands of young professionals and students took to both the streets and digital platforms, using the hashtag #Internet Rights To Nepal. After 23 days of continuous pressure, the government agreed to roll back the tax hike and formed a committee for digital rights legislation.
Key Demands & Charter
- 1
Removal of the 15% TSC tax hike.
- 2
Enactment of the Digital Privacy Act.
- 3
Transparent breakdown of internet service costs.
- 4
Protection for digital whistleblowers.
Media Archive
4 Verified Files
Video Testimony
Chronology
Nov 12, 2024 • 10:00 AM
Initial Gathering
First group of tech workers gathered at Maitighar Mandala with laptops and placards.
Nov 15, 2024 • 02:00 PM
Digital Storm
Over 500,000 tweets recorded globally under the #InternetRightsNepal hashtag.
Nov 20, 2024 • 11:00 AM
Minister's Statement
The Communication Minister issued a statement refusing to back down, leading to intensified protests.
Dec 05, 2024 • 06:00 PM
Victory Declaration
Government signs an 8-point agreement with protest organizers.
Verification Status
Forensically Archived
This movement record has been verified through multiple independent testimonies and blockchain-timestamped media assets.