Habeas Corpus petition filed in Supreme Court challenging UML leader Bishnu Paudel's arrest
Summary
A habeas corpus petition was filed in Nepal's Supreme Court to challenge the arrest of CPN-UML leader Bishnu Paudel over a money-laundering case, calling his detention illegal.
Key Points
- A habeas corpus petition has been filed at the Supreme Court challenging the arrest of CPN-UML Vice Chair Bishnu Paudel.
- Paudel's wife, Domaya Paudel, filed the petition arguing the arrest was without evidence and sought his release.
- Paudel was arrested on Monday in connection with a money-laundering investigation.
- The Special Court granted police seven days custody to continue investigation.
