Kathmandu. Home Ministry Secretary Rajkumar Shrestha has stated that the investigation and control of cybercrime have not been effective due to the lack of necessary manpower, technology, and resources.
Speaking at a discussion on cyber security at the Women and Social Affairs Committee of the House of Representatives on Monday, he said that despite the desire, citizens could not be provided timely services.
He pointed out that cybercrime is rapidly increasing with the growing use of social media. Although cases are increasing every year, he admitted that citizens are not receiving quality services on time due to the lack of adequate manpower and modern technology in the investigating bodies.
The Home Secretary stated that the investigation of cybercrime complaints takes longer than expected due to technical processes and legal regulations. Stating that laws and regulations alone are not sufficient to control cybercrime, he said that the shared responsibility of all government bodies at the federal, provincial, and local levels, educational institutions, social organizations, and citizens is necessary.
According to him, raising public awareness is a more effective measure for reducing cybercrime than enforcing the law. He commented that such incidents are increasing due to a lack of sufficient awareness about responsibilities and duties along with rights when using social media.
During the discussion, Home Secretary Shrestha said, ‘The use of social media is increasing, and data shows that cyber-related cases are increasing every year. However, the manpower and resources we have for investigation need to be strong, but that is not the situation. Due to a lack of manpower and technology, we have not been able to provide quality services.’
Sharing his experience, he added, ‘I myself have experienced that services cannot be provided quickly in the context of cybercrime, even if we want to. It takes a long time than desired because its process and regulation are technical matters. Complaints from affected individuals are also increasing due to the delay in receiving services.’
Speaking about the regulatory aspect, he said, ‘We have not been able to regulate effectively. While discussions on law formulation and regulation in the committee are valid, it is important to consider whether all parties and levels are equally responsible for its reduction. Ending the situation where the law has to be enforced is the most important thing.’
Discussing the balance of rights and duties, he added, ‘We raise the issue of rights a lot and are also vigilant about it. However, these problems are arising due to shortcomings in duties and responsibilities. Using social media and knowing information is a right, but the problem has arisen because we have not been able to make people understand how responsible I should be and what my duty is when using it.’
Home Secretary Shrestha warned that if social media is not managed and regulated properly, the challenges to national security will become increasingly serious day by day. Stating that this sector is becoming very complex and challenging to strengthen and ensure national security in the coming days, he emphasized the need to prioritize cyber security, enhance capacity, and regulate effectively.
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