CIAA files corruption case against 21 over Pokhara Airport, seeks Rs 461.58m recovery
Summary
CIAA has filed a corruption case against 21 individuals over irregularities in the construction of Pokhara Regional International Airport, seeking recovery of Rs 461.58 million.
Key Points
- CIAA filed a corruption charge sheet against 21 individuals related to the Pokhara Regional International Airport construction.
- Accused include former senior officials from Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation and Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal.
- The case involves alleged misuse of funds amounting to over Rs 461.58 million during the airport construction.
- CIAA seeks recovery of the embezzled amount and legal penalties under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2002.
