National Human Rights Commission Holds Officials Accountable for Human Rights Violations During Janji Protests
Summary
The National Human Rights Commission has held various security officials accountable for human rights violations during the Janji protests on August 23 and 24 in Kathmandu.
Key Points
- The National Human Rights Commission identified Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and National Investigation Department officials for human rights violations during the Janji protests.
- The Chief District Officer of Kathmandu was absent from the field during the protests.
- Security forces reported escalating violence and sought permission to use force, leading to a curfew and orders to fire rubber bullets below the knee.
- Officials, including then Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung and others, were held responsible for the indiscriminate and careless use of lethal weapons.
