Protest Held in Kathmandu Demanding Justice for Garima Chaudhary
Summary
A protest at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu demanded justice for 3-year-old Garima Chaudhary and an impartial investigation into the crime against her. The Government of Nepal later reached a three-point agreement with the victim’s family, including the formation of a committee to review legal provisions and punishments for heinous crimes.
Key Points
- An Independent Citizens' Group staged a protest at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu seeking justice for Garima Chaudhary.
- Protesters demanded a fair investigation, strict punishment for the perpetrators, and disclosure of the truth.
- The Government of Nepal and Garima Chaudhary's family reached a three-point agreement after discussions at the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- The agreement includes forming a seven-member committee to review legal provisions and coordinating the construction of a statue of Garima Chaudhary.
