Commission Recommends Prison Sentences for Former PM, Home Minister Over 'Jana Aandolan' Violence
Summary
The commission investigating the Jana Aandolan violence recommends prison sentences for former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, and police officials, citing negligence in security arrangements and lack of action during the incidents on Bhadra 23 and 24.
Key Points
- The commission led by Gauribahadur Karki recommends prison sentences of 3-10 years and fines up to one lakh rupees for former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, and Inspector General of Police over Jana Aandolan violence.
- The report accuses then Prime Minister Oli of ignoring critical security warnings and failing to coordinate security agencies effectively during the movement.
- Intelligence gathering by the Department of National Investigation and Cyber Bureau was flawed, underestimating the scale of the protests.
- The Nepali Army's role during the unrest was questioned as it failed to support police forces and protect key government locations adequately.
