Oli's name surfaces in passport contract scam
Summary
Former PM KP Sharma Oli directed the division of a multi-billion-rupee e-passport project into two contracts, fueling allegations of political interference and institutional corruption, leading to a major scam investigation.
Key Points
- KP Sharma Oli personally directed splitting the e-passport procurement project into two contract packages.
- Contracts were awarded to German firms closely aligned with ruling coalition parties at the time.
- The CIAA alleges severe institutional corruption and violated public procurement laws in the deal.
- Financial misappropriation is estimated at over Rs 10.13 billion with prosecution underway against involved officials.
