The Human Development Report 2019 is the continuation of a series of annual reports published by UNDP, comparing countries based on their education level, health status, per capita income and so on.
This year’s report is the first of a new generation of HDRs which focused on inequality and provided a comprehensive analysis using framework that goes beyond income and averages.
JST Productions managed the Nepal Launch of the Human Development Report – Global Launch 2019 which was launched all over the world. The Nepal Launch was held simultaneously in total of 8 locations encompassing all 7 provinces of the country. The simultaneous launch of the HDR2019 – Nepal in the locations; Biratnagar, Janakpur, Hetauda, Kathmandu, Butwal, Pokhara, Surkhet, and Dhangadi was led by 8 different teams from Jst.
The report was launched by the Hon. Finance Minister Mr. Yuba Raj Khatiwada in the Capital whereas Hon. Chief Ministers from their respective provinces launched the report in the other remaining provinces with an attendance of over 1,000 people.The attendees were various members from federal and provincial governments, policy makers, educationist, academicians and students.
A lively panel discussion was also held during the event focusing on current issues of gender equality, human rights, the state of developmental works, and so on. These discussions helped in bringing the attention of policy makers while the report as a whole also provided recommendations for change for the better.