Govt takes wrong path by shutting social media: Gagan Thapa
Summary
Nepali Congress General Secretary Gagan Kumar Thapa criticized the government's decision to block social media platforms, calling it a wrong approach and urging reconsideration to uphold democratic values and freedom of expression.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress General Secretary Gagan Kumar Thapa called the government's decision to block social media 'wrong'.
- Thapa emphasized that the Supreme Court directed the government to create a legal framework, not to shut down social platforms.
- He highlighted that social media is vital for freedom of expression, public debate, and government accountability.
- Thapa urged the government to draft laws to prevent misuse and make social media safe for users.
