Businessman Deepak Bhatt arrested in money laundering probe
Summary
Businessman Deepak Bhatt was arrested in Kathmandu by the Central Investigation Bureau over money laundering allegations involving public procurement contracts.
Key Points
- Businessman Deepak Bhatt was arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) in connection with a money laundering investigation.
- Bhatt was taken into custody from Kathmandu amid the probe into illicit financial activities.
- The Department of Money Laundering Investigation had previously restricted Bhatt's passport during the inquiry.
- Bhatt leads Infinity Holdings and is alleged to have influenced political leaders and officials to secure public contracts.
