Deuba: Protest against Rabi’s arrest unjustified

Dhangadhi: Former Prime Minister and Nepali Congress (NC) President Sher Bahadur Deuba has stated the ongoing protests against the arrest of Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane unjustified.

Speaking briefly to journalists at Dhangadhi airport on Sunday, NC President Deuba clarified that Lamichhane’s arrest followed legal procedures based on a parliamentary investigation report, emphasizing, ‘Rabi Lamichhane will face action according to the law.’

Leader Deuba, who arrived in Dhangadhi on Sunday to participate in various programs in his home district, Dadeldhura, gave a brief response to journalists at the airport, clarifying that Lamichhane would face legal action as per the law.

Noting Lamichhane’s arrest based on the report of a special parliamentary investigation committee, Leader Deuba stated, ‘Rabi Lamichhane will face legal action as per the law.’

Recalling that leaders from other political parties have also faced arrests and legal consequences in various cases, Deuba emphasized that everyone must adhere to the law. Reiterating no reason for protesting against the arrest of Lamichhane, Deuba urged everyone to cooperate with the investigation.

Nepali version of the news