Opinion | How far will Nepal’s ruling party go to silence its critics?
Summary
Vehicles linked to Nepal's ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party blocked media outlets to silence critics, while police failed to act and youth activists faced brutal repression, highlighting the government's crackdown on dissent.
Key Points
- Vehicles linked to the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party blocked media outlets to stop journalists.
- The Federation of Nepali Journalists condemned the act as political vendetta against critical reporting.
- Police showed lethargy and required 'orders from above' to act, prioritizing political interests over law enforcement.
- Youth activists were assaulted and detained, with the government using the Electronic Transactions Act to suppress online criticism.
