Government and Victim Family Reach Three-Point Agreement on Garima Chaudhary Case
Summary
The Government of Nepal and the family of 3-year-old Garima Chaudhary have reached a three-point agreement over the heinous crime in Bara. The deal includes a review of existing punishment provisions, plans to build a statue in her memory, and funeral rites according to family customs.
Key Points
- The Government of Nepal and Garima Chaudhary's family reached a three-point agreement at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Kathmandu.
- The Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs will form a seven-member 'Garima Justice Pledge Committee' to review punishment provisions for heinous crimes within seven days.
- The Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development will coordinate with local levels to build a statue of Garima Chaudhary as requested by the family.
- Garima Chaudhary's parents will perform her funeral rites according to their customs and traditions.
