Ward Secretary Ajay Kumar Shah Accused of Bribery in Nepal

Summary

The Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority has filed a corruption case at the Special Court against Ward Secretary Ajay Kumar Shah of Gauriaganj Rural Municipality in Jhapa. Shah was allegedly caught taking a Rs 10,000 bribe to issue a divorce certificate.

Key Points
  • The Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority filed a corruption case against Ward Secretary Ajay Kumar Shah at the Special Court.
  • Shah was allegedly caught accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe to provide a divorce certificate.
  • The commission says he intentionally delayed the service and demanded money, violating the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2059.
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