Leaders Arrested, Released by Court Due to Lack of Evidence
Summary
Several political leaders, including former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, were arrested but subsequently released by the Supreme Court on bail due to lack of evidence and procedural issues.
Key Points
- Political leaders including KP Sharma Oli and Ramesh Lekhak were arrested shortly after the new government was formed.
- The arrests related to the investigation of the Jenji movement events of Bhadra 23 and 24, 2082 BS.
- The Supreme Court ordered their release on bail citing Section 15 of the Muluki Criminal Procedure Code, 2074 BS due to insufficient grounds for custody.
- The court emphasized humane treatment, considering Oli's serious health condition, and instructed police to investigate outside of custody.
