Govt commits to three measures for Garima's family
Summary
The government has agreed to three measures demanded by the family of three-year-old Garima Chaudhary, including a review of laws on serious crimes, a memorial in her name, and permission for her funeral rites according to custom. The agreement was reached at the Ministry of Home Affairs with several ministers and Garima’s parents present.
Key Points
- The government reached an agreement with Garima Chaudhary’s family after a meeting at the Ministry of Home Affairs in Kathmandu.
- The Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs will form a seven-member committee to review laws on serious crimes and punishments within a week.
- The Ministry of Infrastructure Development will facilitate construction of a memorial for Garima in coordination with local authorities.
- The family will be allowed to conduct Garima’s funeral according to their customs and traditions, while the judicial process continues.
