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Government and family of teen killed in Siraha reach seven-point deal

From Kathmandu Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The government and the family of 15-year-old Ganesh Yadav, killed in Siraha unrest, reached a seven-point agreement.
  • The deal includes declaring Ganesh a national martyr, providing Rs1 million in relief, and initiating an impartial investigation.
  • The government also pledged to employ a family member, arrange free education for his siblings, and provide free medical treatment for his mother.

A seven-point agreement has been reached between the government and the family of 15-year-old Ganesh Yadav, who died during unrest in Golbazar, Siraha. The deal was finalized late Friday night after extensive negotiations, with the victim's father, Rambriksha Yadav, and Home Minister Sudan Gurung signing the accord.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has committed to immediately initiate the process of declaring Ganesh a national martyr.

โ€” Ministry of Home AffairsStated in the seven-point agreement between the government and the victim's family.

The agreement includes the immediate declaration of Ganesh as a national martyr and a relief assistance of Rs1 million to his family. The government has also committed to a thorough and impartial investigation into the killing, ensuring that those responsible face legal prosecution.

The government will also provide his family with Rs1 million in relief assistance.

โ€” Government of NepalPart of the agreement following the death of Ganesh Yadav.

Further provisions of the agreement involve providing employment to an eligible member of Ganesh's family. The recommendations from the investigation committee will be implemented through legal channels. Additionally, the government will coordinate with local authorities to establish a memorial park in Ganesh's memory and initiate its construction.

The government has further pledged to carry out an impartial and effective investigation into the killing and ensure that those found responsible are prosecuted in accordance with the law.

โ€” Government of NepalCommitment made in the agreement with Ganesh Yadav's family.

The ministry has also pledged to cover the educational expenses for Ganesh's brother and sister and ensure his mother receives free medical treatment at a government hospital. Ganesh's funeral is scheduled for Saturday morning.

The ministry has also pledged to arrange free education for Ganesh's brother and sister and ensure that his mother receives free treatment at a government hospital.

โ€” Ministry of Home AffairsIncluded in the seven-point deal.
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Originally published by Kathmandu Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.