Opposition Party Demands Parliamentary Probe into Finance Minister Over Tax Leakage
Summary
Rastriya Prajatantra Party demands a parliamentary probe into Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle over allegations of tax rate manipulation and leakage of confidential information leading to vehicles bypassing customs.
Key Points
- Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) demands immediate formation of a parliamentary inquiry committee into Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle.
- Allegations include manipulation of tax rates and leakage of confidential tax-related information before the budget announcement.
- The leakage reportedly allowed 773 vehicles to clear customs without proper checks, with approximately 1200 vehicles involved in similar irregularities.
- RPP warns of legal action including treason charges and demands strict action and investigation into the Finance Minister himself.