# Nepal Government Proposes Tougher Penalties for Assaults on Healthcare Workers

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| Topic | Nepal Health |
| Published | 2026-09-28T05:49:52.000Z |
| Language | en (governing) |
| Original publisher | https://english.onlinekhabar.com/bill-proposes-jail.html |

## Summary

The Nepalese government has introduced a bill aimed at strengthening laws protecting healthcare professionals. Under the proposed amendment, individuals found guilty of physically assaulting or injuring healthcare workers could face up to five years in prison and a hefty fine of Rs 500,000. The move aims to curb increasing incidents of violence against healthcare workers and ensure their safety while performing their duties.

## Read the original

https://english.onlinekhabar.com/bill-proposes-jail.html

## Other languages

- en: https://health.givenepal.org/p/bill-proposes-jail-rs-500-000-fine-for-attacks-on-health-workers.md?lang=en
- es: https://health.givenepal.org/p/bill-proposes-jail-rs-500-000-fine-for-attacks-on-health-workers.md?lang=es
- zh: https://health.givenepal.org/p/bill-proposes-jail-rs-500-000-fine-for-attacks-on-health-workers.md?lang=zh
- hi: https://health.givenepal.org/p/bill-proposes-jail-rs-500-000-fine-for-attacks-on-health-workers.md?lang=hi
- ar: https://health.givenepal.org/p/bill-proposes-jail-rs-500-000-fine-for-attacks-on-health-workers.md?lang=ar

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