CIB arrests ex-minister Khadka in money laundering probe
Summary
The Central Investigation Bureau of Nepal Police arrested former energy minister Deepak Khadka in connection with a money laundering investigation following a forensic analysis of burnt banknote fragments linked to vandalism.
Key Points
- The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested former energy minister Deepak Khadka.
- Khadka is a leader of the Nepali Congress party.
- The arrest is related to a money laundering investigation.
- Forensic tests confirmed burnt banknote fragments found at Khadka's residence and those of former prime ministers.
- The investigation followed vandalism and arson incidents on September 9.
