Journalist Files Assault Case Against CPN-UML Affiliated 'Volunteers Force' Members in Jhapa

Summary

Journalist Arjun Kumar Acharya filed a formal complaint against CPN-UML affiliated Volunteers Force members for a brutal assault during a political campaign in Jhapa.

Key Points
  • Journalist Arjun Kumar Acharya was attacked by CPN-UML affiliated Volunteers Force members while recording a video in Kamal Rural Municipality.
  • Acharya filed a complaint demanding the arrest of five individuals including Yuvraj Pathak and compensation for damages and medical expenses.
  • The attack occurred during CPN-UML chairman KP Sharma Oli's door-to-door campaign; Oli showed no concern during the incident.
  • Authorities have identified suspects and are searching for them; media organizations demand justice and press freedom protection.
Article image