Case Filed Against Medical Entrepreneur Durga Prasai Under Electronic Transactions Act

Kathmandu. A case has been filed against medical entrepreneur Durga Prasad Prasai in the Kathmandu District Court for offenses under the Electronic Transactions Act.

The District Attorney's Office, Kathmandu, has demanded punishment for Prasai under Section 47, Sub-section (1) of the Electronic Transactions Act, 2063. This section provides for a fine of up to 100,000 rupees, imprisonment for up to 5 years, or both.

Furthermore, as he is a repeat offender, additional punishment has been sought under Section 47 (2) of the same Act, along with a demand for compensation to be paid to the victim relief fund as per the Crime Victim Protection Act, 2075.

The charge sheet states that Prasai made misleading and provocative statements regarding the upcoming election via social media (Facebook). Police investigations indicate that he spoke against the election scheduled for 2082 Falgun 21, attempted to spread animosity by claiming "the country will split if elections are held," and violated the Election Code of Conduct 2082.

In videos posted on Facebook, Prasai declared that he would not allow elections to take place until the monarchy and a Hindu state are restored, warning of unrest if the polls proceed. Evidence presented includes his use of violent and inflammatory language, such as being "ready to die and kill."