Nepal Tarun Dal
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Singha Dhwaj Khadka[1]
नेपाल तरुण दल | |
 Nepal Tarun Dal Flag | |
| Founded | 26 October 1953 |
|---|---|
| Founders | B. P. Koirala Singha Dhwaj Khadka[1] |
| Focus | Democratic socialism Youth rights |
| Headquarters | Kathmandu, Nepal |
Founder President | Singha Dhwaj Khadka |
President | Vacant |
Parent organisation | Nepali Congress |
| Affiliations | International Union of Socialist Youth |
| Website | www |
Nepal Tarun Dal (Nepali: नेपाल तरुण दल) is the youth wing of the Nepali Congress, founded on 10 Kartik 2010 B.S. (1953 A.D.) under the inspiration of Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala.[2][3][4] The organisation promotes the party's principles of nationalism, democracy, and socialism and mobilises youth across Nepal.[5][6]
Early years and Panchayat era
Following the 1960 Nepalese royal coup, King Mahendra of Nepal dissolved parliament and banned political parties, forcing the Nepali Congress and its affiliated organisations to operate underground during the Panchayat system.
Role in democratic movements
Nepal Tarun Dal has been associated with the Nepali Congress's pro-democracy struggles against the Panchayat system and monarchical rule.[7][8][9]
During the 1990 People's Movement, activists affiliated with the Nepali Congress, including youth members, participated in mass protests that led King Birendra of Nepal to restore multiparty democracy. Similarly, during the 2006 People's Movement, party-affiliated youth activists took part in protests against King Gyanendra of Nepal's direct rule, contributing to the reinstatement of parliament and the eventual abolition of the monarchy.[10][11]
The organisation has "played a significant role" in the party’s long struggle for democracy, nationalism and socialism.[12]
Organisation and activities
Nepal Tarun Dal operates through committees across Nepal and functions as the primary youth mobilisation wing of the Nepali Congress. The organisation has also been described as the "backbone" of the party during periods of political mobilisation, though this characterization is attributed to opinion writing.[12]
Ideology
Nepal Tarun Dal follows the principles of nationalism, democracy, and socialism as outlined by the Nepali Congress, with a focus on youth mobilisation, social justice, and democratic participation.
Structure
The organisation operates under the Nepali Congress and maintains committees at central, district, and local levels across Nepal.
