Chief Justice Sharma: Accurate Reporting Strengthens Public Trust in Judiciary

Kathmandu. Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma has stated that public trust in the judiciary will be further strengthened if court verdicts or orders, judicial processes, and legal matters are presented realistically and balancedly. 

Speaking at an interaction program between the court and media personnel organized at the Supreme Court on Friday, Chief Justice Sharma expressed the view that the effective implementation of citizens' right to be informed is possible only through free, impartial, and responsible media. 

He clarified that factuality, balance, accuracy, and professional responsibility are of special importance when reporting on judicial matters. He stated that although the work areas and responsibilities of both the court and the media sector are different, both share a common objective in promoting the rule of law, transparency, accountability, and democratic values. He emphasized the need to build an environment of mutual understanding and cooperation between these two institutions, respecting each other's constitutional roles, independence, and dignity. 

Chief Justice Sharma expressed the view that further study, caution, and responsibility are expected in reporting on judicial matters as they are sensitive and legally complex. He clarified that it is his belief that the judiciary should also continuously strive to make its activities, decisions, and information public in a timely, organized, and accessible manner.