The Supreme Court will remain open on designated public holidays, including the holiday declared for the House of Representatives election and International Women’s Day, to hear habeas corpus petitions.
Although the government has announced public holidays for the 2082 parliamentary election and March 8 celebrations, the court has decided to continue limited services during this period. The decision is aimed at ensuring that cases related to personal liberty are not delayed.
According to court officials, hearings on habeas corpus petitions will be conducted from Falgun 20 to 23, as well as on Falgun 24, which marks International Women’s Day. On these days, the court will operate between 11 am and 3 pm specifically for such cases.
Habeas corpus petitions directly concern an individual’s fundamental rights and personal freedom. Because of their urgent nature, the court has arranged for continued hearings even during public holidays. The move is intended to prevent unnecessary detention and ensure timely judicial review in cases where a person’s liberty may be at risk.
The Supreme Court has requested concerned parties to appear within the specified hours so that proceedings can move forward without delay.
While regular court services will remain limited during the holiday period, this special arrangement reflects the judiciary’s commitment to safeguarding constitutional rights, particularly in matters involving unlawful detention or restrictions on personal freedom.