National Independent Party Leader Expresses Concern Over Bus Driver's Self-Immolation
Summary
National Independent Party secretariat member Lima Adhikari has called for urgent reforms after bus driver Arjun Dong set himself on fire following a dispute with traffic police in Tripureshwor. She urged a transparent investigation, digital fine collection, better police conduct, and stronger mental health support for transport workers.
Key Points
- Lima Adhikari expressed deep sorrow over the self-immolation of 25-year-old bus driver Arjun Dong after a dispute with traffic police in Tripureshwor.
- She said the state must provide justice, trust, and respectful treatment to citizens instead of fear and punishment.
- Her statement demanded digital traffic fines, improved license verification, humane police behavior, and mental health support for drivers and transport workers.
- She also called for long-term transport sector reform, stronger grievance mechanisms, and regular dialogue between police, workers, entrepreneurs, and government bodies.
