Police admits intelligence failure over controversial raid on industrialist Mundada’s residence
Summary
Nepal Police Headquarters has admitted serious lapses in intelligence verification after a controversial 5.5-hour raid on industrialist Prakash Mundada’s residence in Biratnagar turned up nothing. The police have summoned Morang Police Chief SP Kabit Katwal for a written explanation as the search draws criticism from the regional business community.
Key Points
- Nepal Police Headquarters conceded serious lapses in intelligence verification after the raid on Prakash Mundada’s residence.
- Central Police Spokesperson DIG Abi Narayan Kafle said the department failed to properly analyze and verify the tip-off before the operation.
- Police summoned Morang Police Chief SP Kabit Katwal to explain the grounds for initiating the raid.
- The 5.5-hour search in Biratnagar recovered no cash, documents, or illegal materials, triggering criticism from the business community.
