Phuyal says alleged fixer invoked PM’s name to approach justices
Summary
Supreme Court Justice Hari Prasad Phuyal says an alleged fixer used Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s name to approach justices and pressure them over pending cases. Phuyal has called for a serious investigation and says he is ready to face action if wrongdoing is found.
Key Points
- Justice Hari Prasad Phuyal says alleged fixer Inam Sapkota claimed to represent Prime Minister Balendra Shah while approaching justices.
- Phuyal says Sapkota tried to influence pending cases and raised pressure around impeachment threats against judges.
- The judges reported Sapkota’s photo, contact details and communications to the prime minister’s office and the army chief’s secretariat.
- Phuyal denies any financial dealings or collusion and has demanded a full investigation.
