Former Minister Laxman Bahadur Pandey Under Investigation for Bribery Allegations
Summary
UML has formed a three-member committee to investigate bribery allegations against former Health Minister Laxman Bahadur Pandey over permission to expand Padam Nursing Home in Pokhara from 50 to 100 beds. Pandey, his personal secretary Yadav Poudel, and Health Ministry Secretary Dr. Yuwanidhi Basoula have denied wrongdoing as the party seeks a report within 15 days.
Key Points
- UML has formed a committee to investigate bribery allegations linked to approval for expanding Padam Nursing Home in Nadipur, Pokhara.
- Former Health Minister Laxman Bahadur Pandey, his personal secretary Yadav Poudel, and Health Ministry Secretary Dr. Yuwanidhi Basoula are accused of discussing financial transactions for the permit process.
- Pandey and Basoula have denied taking money, while Poudel said the amount was discussed but claimed he did not receive it.
- The UML parliamentary party says the three-member committee will submit its report within 15 days.
