KATHMANDU, March 9: Following the filing of two separate petition letters against Prime Minister and CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal, demanding a criminal investigation into his alleged involvement in insurgency-era atrocities, the government has decided to register a bill related to transitional justice. The Cabinet made this decision during a meeting held today, with the aim of addressing issues related to past human rights abuses and promoting reconciliation.
The bill, known as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Amended Bill, will focus on providing a legal framework for investigating and prosecuting crimes committed during Nepal’s decade-long Maoist insurgency. This decision comes ahead of a hearing scheduled for Thursday in the case brought against Prime Minister Dahal, who had previously admitted responsibility for the deaths of 5,000 people during the insurgency.
The government’s decision to register the bill is important, as it suggests a renewed commitment to address the legacy of past human rights abuses and promote accountability. However, some have criticized the decision, arguing that the bill may not sufficiently address the concerns of victims and their families.
The filing of court petitions against Prime Minister Dahal has sparked a controversial debate, with some arguing that justice must be served for the victims and their families. Others have defended Prime Minister Dahal, pointing out that the Maoist insurgency was a complex and tragic period in Nepal’s history, and that it is unfair to blame any single individual.
As the government prepares to register the amended Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill, all eyes will be on Nepal’s political landscape as the country continues to grapple with the legacy of its violent past.
