Gauri Bahadur Karki Commission Investigating 'Gen-Z' Protests to Submit Report After Elections, Raising Concerns Over Delays
Summary
The commission investigating the 'Gen-Z' protests will submit its report only after elections, raising concerns about delays and political influence as 76 people died and widespread damage occurred during the demonstrations in Kathmandu.
Key Points
- The investigation commission led by Gauri Bahadur Karki will submit its report on the 'Gen-Z' protests after the scheduled elections on Falgun 21.
- Legal experts and political scientists argue the delay undermines the spirit of the protests and might be politically motivated to protect candidates contesting elections.
- The 'Gen-Z' protests resulted in at least 76 deaths and about 84 billion rupees in damages due to attacks on government and private properties.
- Previous commissions investigating People's Movements in Nepal have submitted reports that were not implemented, with implicated politicians often retaining or gaining power.
