Supreme Court issues show-cause order over Lekhak’s detention
Summary
The Supreme Court has issued a show-cause order to the government to justify the detention of former home minister Ramesh Lekhak amid ongoing investigations linked to protestor deaths.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court issued a show-cause order regarding the detention of former home minister Ramesh Lekhak.
- The order followed a habeas corpus petition filed by Lekhak's wife claiming unlawful detention.
- Authorities have been directed to provide a written explanation for Lekhak's arrest.
- The Kathmandu District Court remanded Lekhak and former PM KP Sharma Oli for five days regarding protest-related deaths investigation.
