Editorial | Whither accountability?
Summary
The probe commission investigating the deadly suppression of the Gen Z protests is approaching its deadline to report on the roles of former Prime Minister KP Oli, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak, and security forces in the violence and destruction.
Key Points
- A commission is investigating the deaths and destruction during the Gen Z protests of September 8 and 9 in Nepal.
- The commission, led by former Special Court chair Gauri Bahadur Karki, is preparing to question former Prime Minister KP Oli and Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak about their roles in suppressing the protests.
- Security officials including police and army leaders have defended their actions, and political figures like Oli contest the commission's credibility.
- The article emphasizes the need for cooperation from political leaders and security forces to ensure accountability and prevent lawlessness.
