Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel Defends Asset Disclosure Amid Public Scrutiny

Summary

Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel defends his comprehensive asset disclosure amid public scrutiny, emphasizing transparency as a tool against corruption.

Key Points
  • Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel disclosed not only his personal assets but also those of his father, mother, and maternal family.
  • He stated that transparency is the most powerful weapon against corruption and reaffirmed his belief in full transparency.
  • Pokharel included assets such as his father's vehicles in the disclosure, exceeding technical requirements.
  • He claimed all assets were earned through honest hard work and listed current market value for land in Kathmandu to ensure transparency.
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