Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak Testifies on Instructions Given During 'Janjati' Protests
Summary
Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak testified to the Inquiry Commission that he instructed security measures to prevent casualties during the Janjati protests on Bhadra 23.
Key Points
- Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak testified before the Inquiry Commission investigating the Janjati movement.
- Lekhak instructed the Home Secretary and security chiefs to avoid any casualties or deaths during the use of force in the Bhadra 23 demonstration.
- A National Security Council meeting took place on Bhadra 22 receiving intelligence that the Janjati movement on Bhadra 23 would be peaceful.
- Lekhak emphasized legal prosecution against those involved in criminal acts during the incident on Bhadra 24, which he viewed separately from youth demands.
