APF AIG Banshi Raj Dahal removed from service

Summary

Armed Police Force AIG Banshi Raj Dahal has been removed from service for repeatedly violating conduct rules and damaging the image of the government and the force. The Home Ministry said the action was taken effective October 9, just days before his scheduled retirement.

Key Points
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs removed APF AIG Banshi Raj Dahal from service for repeated violations of conduct rules and indiscipline.
  • The ministry said the decision was effective October 9, days before Dahal's scheduled retirement on October 13.
  • An inquiry report found evidence of sensitive security-related conversations and communication with Inam Sapkota, which Dahal acknowledged.
  • The disciplinary action was announced by Home Ministry spokesperson Ananda Kafle after the report was submitted by investigating officer AIG Anjani Pokharel.
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