Nepal’s probe into deadly uprising finds ex-prime minister, officials ‘reckless’

South China Morning Post Legal & JudicialNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Bibek BhandariMarch 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM

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A high-level probe in Nepal has found former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and other senior officials responsible for criminal negligence in the deadly youth uprising last year, which resulted in 76 deaths. The report, leaked to local media two weeks after submission to the interim government, recommends investigation and prosecution of Oli, his home minister, and the former Inspector General of Police for their "negligent and careless conduct." The probe suggests prison sentences of up to 10 years for the officials, citing a deliberate violation of duty and failure to stop the use of lethal force. The uprising, sparked by a government social media ban on September 8, led to widespread riots and arson, causing significant damage. The leak has triggered criticism amid calls for the government to officially release the full report as Nepal prepares to swear in a new government.

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Crowds torching key public buildings, including the government secretariat and the supreme court, along with schools and business houses, causing an estimated 8.5 billion rupees (US$57.8 million) in damages.

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Thousands of young Nepalis took to the streets on September 8 in an anti-corruption protest sparked by the government’s social media ban.

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The report proposes prison sentences of up to 10 years for the officials.

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The committee has recommended investigation and prosecution of Oli, his home minister Ramesh Lekhak, and former Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung.

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A high-level probe in Nepal holds former prime minister K.P. Sharma Oli and other senior government officials responsible for criminal negligence.

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Reuters 30% Pradip Gwayali 40% Jana Aastha 40% Sushila Karki 50% Ramesh Lekhak 60% Gauri Bahadur Karki 60% Chandra Kuber Khapung 60% September 8 Uprising ×270% Nepal ×380% K.P. Sharma Oli ×290%

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