Former Minister Deepak Khadka Arrested in Kathmandu Over Money Laundering Investigation

Summary

Former Minister and Nepali Congress leader Deepak Khadka was arrested in Kathmandu for investigation related to money laundering offenses and is held in CIB custody.

Key Points
  • Former Minister and Nepali Congress leader Deepak Khadka was arrested on Sunday morning in Kathmandu.
  • The arrest was based on a warrant issued under Schedule 9 of the Criminal Procedure Code, 2074, for money laundering investigation.
  • He was arrested by a team from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) in Maharajgunj.
  • Deepak Khadka is currently held in CIB custody for further investigation.
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