Money laundering probe widens around ex-chief justice Rana
Summary
The Department of Money Laundering Investigation has widened its probe into alleged attempts to influence court cases and secure the release of businessman Deepak Bhatta, raiding the homes of Prabhu Shumsher Rana and others. Investigators are now examining a broader network that may include former judges, intermediaries and senior security officials.
Key Points
- The Department of Money Laundering Investigation raided the homes of Prabhu Shumsher Rana, former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana’s brother, and several associates.
- The probe is tied to alleged efforts to influence court cases and secure the release of controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta.
- Investigators say intermediary Inam Sapkota helped connect people in the network and that phone and document evidence is being analyzed.
- The Home Ministry suspended Armed Police Force AIG Banshiraj Dahal over an alleged breach of conduct and leaking sensitive information.
