Nepal’s Prisons Need Urgent Reform — Kailali Clash is a Stark Warning
Summary
A violent clash at Kailali prison highlights severe overcrowding and systemic failures in Nepal's prison system, underscoring the urgent need for reform and improved rehabilitation efforts.
Key Points
- A violent incident at Kailali prison caused one death and nearly fifty injuries, exposing deep issues in Nepal's prison system.
- Nepal's prisons suffer severe overcrowding, often holding several times more inmates than capacity, fueling violence and gang control.
- Government authorities, including the Ministry of Home Affairs and Department of Prison Management, failed in security and management responsibilities.
- Urgent reforms are needed including overcrowding solutions, improved security, prisoner classification, biometric systems, and increased transparency.
