Major Parties Reach Agreement on Transitional Justice Bill

In a significant development, major political parties have reached an agreement on the transitional justice bill. Mahesh Bertaula, a member of the Facilitation Task Force and Chief Whip of the UML, announced that with this agreement on the disputed issues, Nepal’s peace process could be completed within two to three years.

Bertaula stated that an agreement was reached today on complex issues, including serious human rights violations. According to the agreement, there will be a provision to demand 25 percent of the punishment against perpetrators.

“There was confusion regarding the demands for punishment. Now, 25 percent of the punishment can be demanded. We have moved forward by keeping the victims at the center. Since this is a unique and special justice system related to transitional justice, we have reached an agreement. Everyone’s supportive role is necessary. Now we can properly complete Nepal’s peace process within two to three years,” he said.

Another task force member, Maoist leader Janardan Sharma, mentioned that the matters were finalized based on expert suggestions. After submitting the report to the top leaders, the committee will advance the bill.

“Agreements have been made regarding relief compensation to security personnel’s families, expatriate fighters, and serious human rights violations. We have resolved the issues that have been pending for a long time according to the victims’ demands,” Sharma said.

This consensus marks a critical step towards concluding Nepal’s peace process and addressing the long-standing transitional justice issues.