A family of twelve individuals in Bishnupur, Saptari, Nepal, continues to live without citizenship despite a directive from the High Court. The family, belonging to the Dalit community, faces significant hardship due to their stateless status. This lack of official recognition prevents them from accessing fundamental rights, including birth certificates, which are essential for education and formal employment. Consequently, the children within the family are denied access to schooling and the adults are unable to secure legitimate jobs. The case highlights ongoing challenges related to citizenship and discrimination faced by marginalized communities in Nepal. Authorities have yet to fully implement the court's order, leaving the family in a precarious and vulnerable situation. Their plight underscores the need for improved implementation of legal protections and a more inclusive citizenship process in Saptari and beyond.

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