Armed Police AIG Dahal suspended over alleged information leak

Summary

Armed Police Force AIG Banshiraj Dahal has been suspended over allegations of leaking sensitive security information and violating official conduct. A ministry-led committee will investigate the charges within three days.

Key Points
  • Armed Police Force AIG Banshiraj Dahal has been suspended over allegations of leaking sensitive security-related information and breaching official conduct.
  • The Home Ministry said a committee has been formed to investigate the allegations and report back within three days.
  • A senior official said Dahal was accused of visiting former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana without permission on September 27.
  • Dahal had recently been recommended for a tenure extension, but his scheduled retirement remains due on October 13 if the extension is not granted.
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