After the Gen-G uprising, government agencies seem confused about the management and monitoring of relief funds being collected abroad through digital means. As a result, the tendency of those who collect assistance to continue collecting and spending it in their own way continues to increase. To address this, a single-door system must be made effective.
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When a country, society, family or individual is in crisis, collective support and cooperation are indispensable. For families and individuals in crisis, even the help of one person is invaluable. When it comes to financial support, a lot of money can be raised through the contribution of one person. There is a saying – one dry spit, a hundred rivers.
The help of many people, done in small amounts, makes it easier for those concerned to overcome the crisis quickly. It gives them the feeling that they are not alone. It gives them the strength to deal with the crisis. The spirit of cooperation and humanity spreads in the society. There are countless people in the society who understand the suffering of others and take the initiative to help them overcome it as much as possible.
After the Gen-G movement, it is commendable that dozens of individuals and organizations are contributing to the collection of funds through social media and 'crowd funding' platforms for reconstruction, the injured, and the deceased. Not only the collectors and contributors, but all parties monitoring such platforms should be aware that the funds collected reach the intended purpose as much as possible.
After the Gen-G movement, various individuals and organizations are running fundraising campaigns through social media and 'crowd funding' platforms like 'Go Fund Me'. Nepalis living abroad have run 'fundraisers' campaigns individually, collectively, through student organizations and clubs.
Some have created accounts mentioning the names of the injured and the deceased. It seems that Nepalis living abroad have contributed to campaigns run mainly from countries such as Australia, America, Belgium, and Canada. While some of these campaigns have provided relief to the victims, it is difficult to get detailed information on whether the funds raised by some campaigns have been distributed or not.
Out of at least 107 accounts (campaign organizers) that called for donations after the Gen-G movement, 57 have set a target of raising Rs 102.8 million, but it seems that Rs 25.87 million has been collected. The other 50 accounts have not received any funds.
76 people have died during the Gen-G movement. Thousands have been injured. Some are still undergoing treatment. The support provided by the state for treatment is not sufficient. On the other hand, there has also been great damage to the state's structures. It does not seem that the state and the victim's families can bear the entire financial burden. That is why there is a need for collective initiatives. This has been happening for treatment or reconstruction. This is also a trend in Nepali society.
There are many examples of society providing financial, material or labor support to families in distress, from development work in villages. With the development of technology, direct acquaintance or contact is not necessary between the one who helps and the one who receives it. Anyone with a sense of solidarity can run a support campaign, and willing people can contribute. Many have benefited from this facility provided by the technology platform. They have gained the courage to face their crisis. Many victims of the Gen-G movement have received relief.
Some of those whose names are being used for relief collection have received support, while others are unaware. Abhishek Shrestha and Dipendra Basnet, who were injured in the Gen-G movement, have received donations collected on 'Go Fund Me'. But some have not only not received the money, they have not even been informed that money has been raised in their name, and some are not even aware of such an initiative and platform.
Santanu Dhakal, who was injured in Itahari, has not even been aware that donations are being collected on 'Go Fund Me'. Santanu's brother Alice, who is unable to speak, says that they have not raised money from anywhere because the money would be misused. Nevertheless, the campaign is ongoing. Gaurav Joshi, who lost his life in the Gen-G movement, Yubaraj Upadhyay of Kailali, who was shot in the stomach and hand, Rakesh Kumar Mahato, 27, of Sarlahi, who was shot in the back on 23 Bhadra and is undergoing treatment at the 'Spinal Injury' Rehabilitation Center, and Udaya Prakash Sah, 27, of Sarlahi, have also not received such support.
Using various platforms, the information and consent of the person for whom the money is raised should be required first. The amount raised with consent should be completed as soon as possible after completing the legal and technical processes and ensuring that it reaches the target person. For this, the campaign operators should be responsible and accountable.
The process should be made as transparent as possible. The person who supports should also be aware. If a donor feels that the collected money has been misused or has not reached the target group, they can report it to 'Go Fund Me'. But before returning the money, 'Go Fund Me' asks for various proofs, which is cumbersome and uncertain. Therefore, it is better for donors to be clear about the person or organization they are going to provide the money to before giving the money. When the donor is aware, the possibility of misuse is reduced.
The government should also be interested in the support campaign. After the Gen-G uprising, government agencies seem confused about the management and monitoring of relief funds being collected abroad through digital means. Due to which the tendency of those who collect the money continues to increase and spend it in their own way. To resolve this, the one-door system should be made effective. Earlier, the government had implemented a one-door policy after complaints increased that victims of some incidents received a lot of help but some did not. But it has not been effective.
Therefore, the credibility of government funds should also be increased. Since the money is deposited in the fund but the victims do not receive it or the general public is unaware of the method of distribution, campaigns started individually or collectively have gained popularity. Therefore, if government funds are mobilized effectively, trust will increase and donor participation will also increase.
