CIAA Files Gold Smuggling Case Against Former Speaker Mahara, 27 Others
Summary
The CIAA has filed a corruption case against former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara and 27 others for gold smuggling through Tribhuvan International Airport customs.
Key Points
- The CIAA filed a corruption case against 28 individuals including former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara.
- The case involves smuggling gold concealed inside electric cigarettes through Tribhuvan International Airport customs.
- High-ranking customs officials and foreign nationals are among those charged.
- CIAA seeks recovery of Rs 77.86 million from each accused for their involvement in the smuggling operation.
