Chief Justice calls for effective strategy to manage internet risks

KATHMANDU: Chief Justice Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma has stressed the need for an effective strategy to anticipate and resolve risks arising from potential internet disruptions.

Speaking at the 17th Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum (APrIGF) held in Lalitpur, he stated that internet governance must be based on risk management and resilience.

Sharma emphasized that the security of digital infrastructure is essential for maintaining public services and institutional continuity during crises. ‘Resilient internet and digital infrastructure mean protecting people, their rights, and institutions. Effective enjoyment of rights and access to essential public services depend on reliable and secure digital infrastructure,’ he said. He added that there is a need to work together to build an internet governance framework that is safe, inclusive, accountable, and human-centric.