KATHMANDU: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged one and all to exercise the right to freedom of expression and demonstration in a peaceful manner while putting forth their demands.
The statement of the NHRC comes ahead of the separate demonstrations scheduled for tomorrow by the political parties in the Socialist Front and pro-monarchists.
In a press statement by NHRC Spokesperson Dr Tikaram Pokhrel, the demonstrating sides have been urged to remain sensitive to abide by the constitution and the provisions stated in the national as well as international laws for the exercise of the right to freedom of expression and speech. The NHRC has asked both the sides to ensure peaceful demonstrations and to remain aware to the infringement of others’ rights.
Likewise, the NHRC has urged the government and the security agencies to remain sensitive to the human rights while making arrangements for law and order, considering the possible consequences of the situation.
The NHRC has stated that it discussed with the chief district officers of Kathmandu and Lalitpur districts, Chief of Kathmandu Police and representatives of the Human Rights Cell of Nepal Police in regard to the law and order situation of the Kathmandu Valley.
On the occasion, NHRC Chair Tapa Bahadur Magar directed the officials and stakeholders to consider the principles of human rights while ensuring and managing law and order.
Similarly, the NHRC is to monitor the demonstrations on Friday in the Capital City.
