Court Orders Release of Main Accused on Rs 20,000 Bail in Minor's Rape and Murder Case
Summary
Bara District Court has ordered the main accused in the rape and murder case of a 3-year-old girl to be released on Rs 20,000 bail, while nine others were released on simple bail. The case sparked protests in Bara and Kathmandu and prompted a meeting with the victim’s parents at Singha Durbar.
Key Points
- Bara District Court ordered the main accused, Progesh Chaudhary, released on Rs 20,000 bail and nine others on simple bail.
- The court cited the lack of direct evidence against the nine accused and said the prosecution file did not sufficiently prove the charges.
- The case involves the kidnapping, rape, and murder of a 3-year-old girl in Jitpursimra Sub-Metropolitan City, Bara.
- Protests were held in Bara and Kathmandu, and Home Minister Sudhan Gurung met the victim’s parents at Singha Durbar and reached a three-point agreement.
