CIAA files Rs10.13 billion passport graft case against 18
Summary
Nepal's anti-graft body CIAA has filed a Rs10.13 billion corruption case against 18 defendants, including top officials and two German companies, over irregularities in the procurement of e-passports.
Key Points
- CIAA filed a Rs10.13 billion corruption case involving 18 defendants over e-passport procurement irregularities.
- The case includes top officials from the Department of Passports and two German companies awarded the contract.
- Allegations include collusion, manipulation of tender criteria, and causing financial loss to the state.
- Passport stocks are critically low with growing concerns over procurement and distribution amidst ongoing investigations.
