Three Nepali Nationals Arrested at Tribhuvan Airport for Attempting to Smuggle Foreign Currency

Summary

Three Nepali nationals were arrested at Tribhuvan International Airport for attempting to smuggle US$28,900 while heading to Guangzhou, China. Authorities have sent them for further investigation and tightened controls on foreign currency trafficking.

Key Points
  • Three Nepali citizens were caught attempting to smuggle foreign currency at Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • US$28,900 was recovered from the arrested individuals during body searches and baggage scans.
  • The suspects were scheduled to depart for Guangzhou, China at 11:45 AM on Chaitra 5.
  • The arrested Nepali nationals have been handed over to the Department of Revenue Investigation for legal proceedings.
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