First Cabinet meeting clears way to probe Oli, Lekhak, others
Summary
The Nepal government has cleared the way to investigate former Prime Minister KP Oli and others over the crackdown on Gen Z youth protests, following the Karki Commission report. The Cabinet decided to implement the report, proposing legal action and probes into security officials and politicians involved.
Key Points
- The Nepal Cabinet has decided to implement the report of the Karki Commission investigating the crackdown on Gen Z youth protests.
- The decision allows investigation of former PM KP Oli, former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, and other officials for alleged negligence causing deaths.
- A committee will be formed to study matters related to security agencies, while other implicated officials face direct investigation.
- The CPN-UML and associated groups have condemned the government's move, warning it could lead to political conflict and resistance.
