Supreme Court Orders Release of KP Sharma Oli and Ramesh Lekhak for Investigation
Summary
The Supreme Court has ordered the release of former PM KP Sharma Oli and ex-Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak from custody to continue investigations outside detention, citing humanitarian concerns and lack of flight risk.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court ordered the release of KP Sharma Oli and Ramesh Lekhak from custody to allow further investigation outside detention.
- The decision is based on Section 15 of the Criminal Procedure Code, 2074, which permits release on personal recognizance if continued detention is unnecessary.
- Oli's serious health conditions, including two kidney transplants, were key humanitarian considerations in granting release.
- The court noted no evidence suggesting the accused would flee or destroy evidence, emphasizing their security protection and political status.
