Ex-PM KP Sharma Oli, former home minister Ramesh Lekhak detained over Gen Z protest crackdown
Summary
Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested in connection with the crackdown on the September Gen Z protests that led to multiple deaths and damages.
Key Points
- Former PM KP Sharma Oli and former home minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested for alleged criminal negligence related to the Gen Z protest crackdown.
- The arrests followed a commission report recommending charges under the National Penal Code for criminal negligence.
- The crackdown resulted in 77 deaths and extensive government and private property damage.
- Other officials involved received recommendations for prosecution or reprimand affecting their promotions.
