CIAA summons Arzu Rana in passport procurement corruption case

Summary

The CIAA has summoned former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba for questioning regarding corruption allegations in the e-passport procurement case, as the investigation deepens with recent arrests.

Key Points
  • The CIAA has summoned former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba in relation to alleged corruption in the e-passport procurement case.
  • Rana has informed the commission she is abroad for medical treatment and cannot appear immediately but is willing to cooperate.
  • The CIAA has intensified investigations into irregularities in the passport procurement process.
  • Director General Tirtha Raj Aryal, Director Sunil Kumar KC, Manindra Raj Malla, and Tulsi Prasad Acharya have been arrested or detained for further probe.
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