PM Karki: Corruption Is Nepal’s Biggest Human Rights Challenge

Prime Minister Sushila Karki mentoned  that the corruption has become the biggest obstacle to human rights in Nepal.

Speaking at an event held for International Human Rights Day, she explained that corruption directly harms poor and marginalized people by taking away their basic rights.

“Corruption is the biggest challenge to human rights. It is not just financial wrongdoing it takes away the fundamental rights of poor and vulnerable citizens,” she said. “When a project is affected by corruption, patients lose access to medical care, and students miss out on quality education.”

She said the government is committed to taking strong action against corruption. According to her, human rights cannot be protected without transparency and accountability. “Human rights cannot be safe without a transparent and responsible system, and the government is working firmly toward this,” she added.

The United Nations has chosen the theme “Human Rights, Our Common Foundation” for the 77th International Human Rights Day.

PM Karki further said that the meaning of human rights has expanded beyond just the right to life and freedom. “Today, human rights mean living with dignity, questioning the decisions of the state, enjoying a clean environment, and having equal access to the digital world,” she said.

She also highlighted the role of Nepal’s Gen-Z, saying the new generation connects human rights with real-life results, not just laws. “Through social media and digital platforms, they are demanding accountability. This is a positive sign of democracy, and I respect it,” she said.

PM Karki reaffirmed that the government is committed to including young people’s digital rights, privacy, innovation, and creativity in future policies and programs.