Kathmandu: The National Human Rights Commission has formally urged the Government of Nepal to implement its investigation report on the human rights violations that occurred during the Gen-G movement on Bhadra 23 and 24, 2082 BS.

The commission submitted the report on the same day it marked its 26th anniversary and recommended legal action against several high-ranking former government officials, including former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and former Communications Minister Prithvi Subba Gurung.

According to Assistant Spokesperson Shyambabu Kafle, the commission concluded that serious human rights violations were committed by state agencies during the protests and unrest.

The commission stated that Nepal currently lacks a clear legal framework to prosecute high-ranking state officials for human rights violations. It therefore recommended that the government formulate the necessary laws and bring those found responsible under legal accountability.

The report also recommends:
-action against individuals found guilty during the protests,
-compensation for victims,
-free treatment for the injured,
-further investigations into violent incidents and deaths linked to the movement.

Security Forces and State Officials Also Under Scrutiny
The commission concluded that excessive force was used during the protests and recommended legal cases against the then chiefs of the Nepal Police, Armed Police Force Nepal and the National Investigation Department under constitutional provisions.

It also recommended maintaining official records against those officers to prevent them from receiving future government appointments.

The Nepal Army leadership was instructed to remain more sensitive toward human rights protection, while the report also drew attention to the conduct of security personnel deployed around Singha Durbar and the Presidential Office during the protests.

According to the commission, recommendations vary from filing cases and disciplinary action to conducting further detailed investigations depending on the severity of involvement.

Questions Raised About Protest Organizers
The report also raised questions regarding the role of organizers and supporters linked to the Gen-G movement.

The commission recommended investigations into whether organizers or public figures directly or indirectly contributed to the outbreak of violence through speeches, mobilization or public statements.

It specifically recommended investigation and action against 51 individuals, including Ganesh Karki, while also calling for an inquiry into the alleged role of the TOB Group in inciting violence.

The commission further recommended detailed investigations into violent incidents and deaths reported in Itahari and Jhapa during the protests.

It also called for further investigation into deaths involving juvenile detainees during unrest at correctional facilities across the country.

Ravi Lamichhane Case Mentioned
The report additionally raised concerns regarding the release and escape-related controversy involving Rabi Lamichhane from Nakkhu Prison during the protests.

The commission recommended further investigation into Lamichhane and three other individuals connected to the incident.

Government Given Constitutional Obligation to Respond

According to commission spokesperson Dr. Tikaram Pokharel, the government is constitutionally obligated to implement the commission’s recommendations within three months.

If implementation is not possible, the government must provide written reasons to the commission within two months explaining the delay or inability to act.

The commission also urged the government to compensate private businesses, traders and ordinary citizens whose property was damaged during the protests and to ensure continued free medical treatment for those injured and still undergoing care.