Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli Arrested Over Human and Material Losses During 'Jyanji' Protests
Summary
Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested over alleged criminal negligence during the "Jyanji" protests that caused human and material losses. The arrest follows a commission report criticizing his response to violence and recommending prosecution.
Key Points
- Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was arrested for criminal negligence linked to the "Jyanji" protests on Bhadra 23 and 24.
- The investigation commission led by Gauribahadur Karki found Oli responsible for failing to control security forces' firing that killed dozens of youths.
- Oli's defense claimed the protest violence was caused by infiltrators and he had resigned during the events, but the commission rejected these arguments.
- Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak are now in police custody with further legal action underway under the Muluki Criminal Code.
