KATHMANDU, Jan 21: Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has urged collective efforts to safeguard peace, harmony and social stability in Nepal’s multi-ethnic and multicultural society, calling for zero tolerance toward actions and hate speech that fuel religious discord.
Addressing an interaction with civil society leaders at the Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday, Aryal stressed the need to remain vigilant against religious hatred, misinformation, and misleading content spread through social media, and appealed for the promotion of social and religious tolerance.
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Home Minister Aryal highlighted the vital role of civil society in countering the spread of religious extremism and divisive ideologies circulating on digital platforms, saying their engagement is crucial to preserving peace, harmony, and communal goodwill.
The discussion concluded with a shared commitment from the government and civil society to work hand in hand to control activities that disrupt mutual harmony and undermine respect for one another’s religious beliefs.
