RPP Lawmaker Khushbu Oli Demands Home Minister's Resignation Over Social Media Defense

Kathmandu. Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) lawmaker Khushbu Oli has expressed strong objection to Home Minister Sudan Kirati's use of social media to address allegations against him. Oli emphasized that the Home Minister should resign to pave the way for an impartial investigation. 

In a statement shared on Facebook on Monday, lawmaker Oli argued that a person holding such a responsible position should not use social media to respond to serious allegations, stating that it undermines legal processes and damages institutional credibility.

'If we accept the practice of claiming innocence simply by writing on social media, then tomorrow anyone accused of money laundering or other criminal charges could just post on social media to claim they are innocent,' Oli questioned. She noted that this is not merely a matter of personal expression but a question of institutional dignity. 

Reminding the public of the legal principle that no one can be a judge in their own case, lawmaker Oli demanded that the Home Minister immediately step down to face an independent investigation to maintain transparency, accountability, and public trust. She suggested it would be appropriate for the Home Minister to resume his duties only after being proven innocent. 

Addressing the Home Minister's statement that he would 'fully abide by the party's decision,' lawmaker Oli remarked, 'The Home Minister should be guided by the official state mechanism, not by party decisions. It is contradictory to lead the state mechanism while simultaneously claiming to cooperate with an investigation.'