YouTuber arrested for defamatory content against Mayor Balen Shah

Summary

YouTuber Roshan Pokharel was arrested by Panchthar police on charges of broadcasting defamatory content against Mayor Balendra Shah 'Balen'.

Key Points
  • YouTuber Roshan Pokharel was arrested for broadcasting abusive and derogatory content against leaders including Mayor Balendra Shah.
  • The arrest was made by the District Police Office, Panchthar, following an investigation by the police's Cyber Bureau.
  • Pokharel is a resident of Phalgunanda Rural Municipality-7 and was arrested from there.
  • A 10-day remand has been granted by the court to facilitate investigation under cybercrime charges.
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