MPs Urge Public Accounts Committee to Act on Financial Irregularities

Summary

Nepalese lawmakers urged the Public Accounts Committee to actively investigate financial irregularities, including the passport purchase scandal, and expedite resolutions within weeks.

Key Points
  • Lawmakers urged the Public Accounts Committee to prioritize settling financial irregularities promptly.
  • The passport purchase scandal involving around 10 billion 13 crore rupees is a key concern for investigation.
  • Lawmakers called for more active meetings and the formation of sub-committees to handle various governance issues.
  • The committee is preparing to form five sub-committees but faced delays due to disagreements on conveners.
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