RSP orders probe into allegations against lawmaker Khagendra Sunar

Summary

The Rastriya Swatantra Party has ordered an internal probe into allegations of blackmail, threats and suspicious financial transactions against lawmaker Khagendra Sunar. The party has barred him from attending formal public events until the investigation is completed and says it will cooperate with state authorities.

Key Points
  • The Rastriya Swatantra Party says it is taking allegations against lawmaker Khagendra Sunar seriously after media reports and audio recordings surfaced.
  • Party General Secretary Bipin Kumar Acharya said the central disciplinary commission will conduct an internal investigation.
  • Sunar has been barred from attending formal public events in his capacity as a public office-holder until the inquiry is completed.
  • The party pledged full cooperation with state authorities and said it would take action based on the findings of both investigations.
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