Abuse of authority a grave challenge to country and social justice: President Paudel

By TRN Online, Kathmandu, Feb.11: President Ramchandra Paudel has said that the abuse of authority is not a minor mistake, but a serious challenge to the legitimacy of the state and social justice.

President Paudel said that abuse of authority is not merely a violation of the law, but also a deep blow to the faith, trust, and future aspirations of citizens.

“Abuse of authority is not just a violation of the law; it is also a profound attack on the faith, trust, and future dreams of citizens. It goes far beyond economic loss or moral deviation and strikes at the bridge of trust between the state and its citizens,” he said.  

President Paudel said, “When public power is used for personal interests, not only is the trust that the state places in its citizens weakened, but the trust that citizens place in the state also deteriorates. This gives rise to frustration toward the system of governance, weakens confidence in the rule of law, and damages the fundamental values of democracy.”

He also stated that there is still a need for the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) to work in a way that assures citizens that no one is above legal accountability simply because they hold power or office.

He expressed these views while addressing a program held in Kathmandu on Wednesday on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority.

“Abuse of authority is not a minor error; it is a serious challenge to the legitimacy of the state and social justice,” he said. “However, this is not the time to be self-satisfied. I still see a need for the Commission to work in a manner that convinces citizens that no one is exempt from legal accountability merely because they hold power or position.”