The government and its employees have reached a five point understanding on Sunday evening following which the latter have withdrawn their agitation.

As per the understanding, the government has agreed to increase salaries based on revenue growth. Likewise, employees up to section officer level will be allowed to join trade union.

“Promotion of employees will be guaranteed based on report of taskforce (of Ministry of General Administration),” said Peace and Reconstruction Minister Ram Chandra Poudel, who led the government team in the talks. According to a representative of the employees, promotion of those who have served for over 10 years will be guaranteed.

“We have also assured them of reliable security,” Poudel added.