Kathmandu: Chief Justice Prakash Man Singh Raut has stressed the need to deliver justice and performance in a way to serve the greater good as per the State-stipulated laws. At a one-day national workshop held here today by the Secretariat of the Central Child Justice Committee on ‘Exploring the Role of Stakeholders in Promoting the Child Justice System in Nepal’, CJ Raut raised the question of whether the best interests of children are being served in judicial administration and processes, indicating that attention needs to be paid to the issue.
According to National News Agency Nepal, CJ Raut emphasized that any flaws in the law must be addressed and highlighted the necessity of skilled human resources. He stated that justice cannot be effectively administered to children through flawed laws and called for necessary reforms. He urged those responsible for delivering justice to perform their duties and exercise their rights with integrity.
CJ Raut further noted the significant delay in addressing child rehabilitation, underscoring the need for a more proactive role within the justice system. He stressed the importance of focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration into society, along with creating the necessary infrastructure and an enabling environment. He mentioned that a parental role from all three levels of government is essential.
Chair of the Central Child Justice Committee and Supreme Court Judge Til Prasad Shrestha also emphasized the need for the government to prioritize addressing issues in the area of child sector reform and child justice.