Mob doesn't deliver justice: Minister Lekhak

By Kapil Gyawali,Siddharthanagar, Dec. 19: Minister for Home Affairs Ramesh Lekhak has said that the mob cannot decide and deliver justice to anyone, which requires due judicial process. 

Minister Lekhak warned against attempts to disrupt ongoing investigations in court against President of Rastriya Swatantra Party Rabi Lamichhane. 

He emphasised that no one should interfere with investigations involving those implicated in cooperative fraud cases. Speaking at a press conference organised by the Nepal Press Union, Rupandehi, Home Minister Lekhak asserted that governance is driven by law, not by crowds. 

He clarified that there is judiciary to decide between justice and injustice. 

He emphasised that in a democracy, justice is not delivered by mobs, and all decisions must follow judicial processes.

The Home Minister expressed concern over the recent rise in cybercrimes and attempts to influence governance through crowds. He mentioned that he had directed security agencies to curb such activities.

"Governance is guided by law, not by mobs," said Home Minister Lekhak. "In recent days, there have been attempts by crowds to influence police offices, public prosecutors' offices, courts, and other institutions. These efforts must be controlled." He reiterated that activities that promote anarchy in society are unacceptable under any circumstances. 

He also stressed the need to strengthen peace and security for the protection of the constitution and the consolidation of democracy.

Regarding allegations of human rights violations against Lamichhane, the Home Minister stated that no such violations had occurred and that investigations are being conducted in accordance with court orders. "During the transfer of Rabiji from Chitwan to Pokhara, no human rights violations occurred. The government is committed to protecting the human rights of every individual," he reiterated. "Investigations will be conducted against anyone involved in cooperative fraud," he claimed.

The Home Minister expressed disappointment over activities like crowd gatherings and blockades of courts and judicial bodies during investigations into individuals accused of embezzling tens of millions of rupees collected through public effort.

He also dismissed rumours about the dissolution of the current coalition government, asserting that it would remain intact until the 2027 elections. He said the coalition was necessary for constitutional amendments and political stability, adding that the government would work in line with public expectations.

"The current government, formed by two major parties, will not change, and the rumours of a government reshuffle are baseless," he said.