Cholendra Rana case widens from Nakkhu prison to Armed Police Force headquarters
Summary
The fallout from the alleged security-threat case involving former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana has reached the Armed Police Force headquarters, leading to the suspension of Additional Inspector General Banshi Raj Dahal. Investigators are also examining intermediary Inam Sapkota’s links and possible leaks of sensitive information within the police chain of command.
Key Points
- The case over taking Cholendra Shumsher Rana to a police office has expanded from Nakkhu prison to the Armed Police Force headquarters.
- Intermediary Inam Sapkota was detained and is being linked to contacts with senior police officials and possible information leaks.
- Additional Inspector General Banshi Raj Dahal was suspended after he was found to have met Rana without prior authorization and allegedly leaked sensitive information.
- The home ministry has ordered an inquiry into the allegations and says the matter involves misconduct and public-security concerns.
