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RPP demands independent investigation into Tinkune incident

Seeks Home Minister Lekhak's resignation to ensure an impartial investigation



KATHMANDU: The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has called for the formation of an independent investigation commission to probe the March 28 Tinkune incident.

The proposed commission would include representatives from the Human Rights Commission and civil society, under the leadership of a former Supreme Court judge.

A delegation led by RPP Chairman Rajendra Lingden submitted a letter of appeal to Acting Prime Minister Prakash Man Singh today, urging immediate action.

The party has also demanded the resignation of the Home Minister to ensure an impartial investigation, along with the suspension of the police chief and administrative officials responsible for the crackdown on March 28.

Additionally, the RPP has insisted that those who lost their lives in the incident be officially recognized as martyrs.

Further demands include the immediate release of detained RPP leaders Rabindra Mishra and Dr. Dhawal Shumsher Rana, along with other prisoners.

The party has also stressed the need for free and effective medical treatment for the injured.

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