Risk grows that Gen Z revolt vandals and arsonists could walk free
Summary
Nepal faces a looming deadline to prosecute individuals involved in vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z revolt, with many cases pending due to lack of identified suspects and government hesitation. Cases must be filed before March 8 to avoid statute of limitations expiry.
Key Points
- During the Gen-Z revolt on September 9, state institutions were vandalized, but prosecution faces a six-month statute of limitations ending March 8.
- Police have sent 86 case files to the Kathmandu District Government Attorney’s Office, but most lack identified offenders for prosecution.
- Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal instructed police not to arrest suspects while an investigation commission works, delaying legal action.
- An agreement recognizes the Gen-Z revolt as a political-social movement, promising no prosecution solely for protest participation, but officials insist cases with evidence will proceed.
