CJ Sharma calls for comprehensive assessment of internet disruption risks
Summary
Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma has urged a comprehensive assessment of internet disruption risks and stronger strategies to protect digital systems in Nepal. Speaking at the APrIGF 2026 in Lalitpur, he said resilient internet infrastructure is essential for public services, justice delivery and disaster recovery.
Key Points
- Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma called for advanced assessment of risks from internet disruptions at APrIGF 2026 in Lalitpur.
- He said internet governance should be secure, inclusive, accountable and people-centered, with no community left behind.
- Sharma linked Nepal’s flood damage to vulnerabilities in telecommunications and digital infrastructure, and stressed the need for resilience and recovery systems.
- He also said the judiciary’s digital transformation must improve access to justice while strengthening information security and public trust.
