Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak Arrested by Nepal Police

Summary

Former Home Minister and Nepali Congress leader Ramesh Lekhak has been arrested by Nepal Police and is held at the No. 2 Battalion in Maharajgunj related to the Janjati Movement investigation.

Key Points
  • Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak was arrested by Nepal Police this morning from his residence in Katuñje, Bhaktapur.
  • Ramesh Lekhak is currently being held at the No. 2 Battalion in Maharajgunj.
  • The arrest is connected to the implementation of recommendations by a commission led by former Justice Gauribahadur Karki investigating the Janjati Movement.
  • Lekhak's private residence was previously damaged by arson during the Janjati Movement, leading him to reside in a rented house.
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