Durga Prasai’s habeas corpus petition: SC orders Election Commission’s original decision to be produced
Summary
The Supreme Court has ordered the Election Commission to produce the original file related to medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai's arrest as part of his habeas corpus petition. The court will hear the case on February 24.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court ordered the Election Commission to produce the original decision file regarding Durga Prasai's detention.
- The order includes the decision and letter dated February 16, 2026, that led to Prasai's arrest.
- Durga Prasai was arrested following an Election Commission directive and held after District Administration Office approval.
- The Supreme Court scheduled the hearing for February 24 to consider Prasai's habeas corpus petition challenging his arrest and detention.
