Stay orders bring long-term damage
Summary
The Supreme Court's stay orders in Nepal are causing significant delays and damages by obstructing government decisions, with over 1,000 cases pending where stay orders have been issued. This is affecting diplomatic relations, provincial governance, infrastructure projects, and public interest.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court's stay orders in Nepal are hindering the implementation of government decisions, causing delays and uncertainties in governance.
- There are over 1,012 pending cases with stay orders, many issued by single justices after preliminary hearings, leading to prolonged legal proceedings.
- A Supreme Court study revealed that stay orders often cause public damage, delay development projects, and adversely affect government treasury and public interest.
- Experts recommend speedy hearings and reforms in the issuance of stay orders to minimize damage and ensure timely resolution of cases.
