Durga Prasai’s repetitive arrests raise question over the state’s intention
Summary
Durga Prasai, a controversial medical college owner and coordinator of a nationalist campaign, has been arrested repeatedly by Nepal police in the lead-up to the March 5 elections, raising questions about the state's use of detention.
Key Points
- Durga Prasai was arrested for the seventh time since the formation of the Sushila Karki government in September.
- He faces various charges including inciting revolt, possessing illegal firearms, insulting women, and disrupting elections.
- Police justify the arrests by citing concerns over maintaining public order ahead of elections.
- Legal experts criticize the repeated short-term detentions as potentially excessive use of state power without strong legal evidence.
