Supreme Court says Oli and Lekhak need not be in custody for investigation. Orders their release on Thursday
Summary
The Supreme Court of Nepal ordered the release of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak from custody, directing that investigations be completed within the legal remand period and citing humanitarian grounds including illness and family mourning.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court directed the government not to extend custody of KP Sharma Oli and Ramesh Lekhak beyond the remand period.
- Both leaders were arrested over alleged negligence leading to deaths during the Gen Z uprising protests.
- The court ordered their release upon expiry of remand unless investigations are completed to decide charges.
- The Karki commission recommended investigations under criminal negligence laws against Oli, Lekhak, and other officials.
