Following massive demonstrations and a nationwide strike that succeeded in reinstalling Nepal's parliament on Friday, April, 28, the Nepalese government has announced that it is now a secular state.

Previously considered the last remaining Hindu state, the Nepalese parliament continues eroding the power of the monarchy and moving toward a more democratic government.

It is early in the process of forming a new constitution, but Christians in partnership with HCJB World Radio within the country are "ecstatic with joy" according to an HCJB World Radio missionary familiar with the area (name withheld for security).

"Never stop praying for a country in transition, pray that the constitution will honor religious freedomm" he added.

Since 2003 HCJB World Radio has been partnering with national Christians to provide training and technical support to Nepalese radio. Weekly radio programs produced in Nepal are broadcast into the region via shortwave from HCJB World Radio-Australia's Kununurra transmitter site in northern Australia. (HCJB World Radio)