Ruling RSP weighs impeachment as a tool for judiciary reform
Summary
The ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party is considering impeachment proceedings against Supreme Court judges amid controversy over alleged links with intermediary Inam Sapkota. The party has also urged an investigation into the arrest of journalists and police entry into newsrooms.
Key Points
- The RSP secretariat has directed its parliamentary party to pursue constitutional action, including possible impeachment, against judges linked to the Inam Sapkota controversy.
- Party chair Rabi Lamichhane consulted ministers and lawmakers on options ranging from internal court action to a Judicial Council probe and parliamentary impeachment.
- The party says the judiciary needs restructuring and that Parliament is the constitutional route to address the crisis.
- The RSP also wants the government to investigate the arrest of journalists and police entry into newsrooms and hold those responsible accountable.
