Top jurists deny role in SC intermediary scandal
Summary
Supreme Court Justice Hari Prasad Phuyal says alleged middleman Inam Sapkota pressured judges by claiming links to top political, military and police leaders, but no court order was issued under his influence. Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma and Justice Shrikanta Paudel have denied any contact with the people named in the media reports.
Key Points
- Hari Prasad Phuyal said alleged middleman Inam Sapkota tried to influence judges by invoking the prime minister, army chief and police chief.
- Phuyal said judges filed the complaint that led to Sapkota’s arrest after the Nepali Army coordinated the operation.
- Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma and Justice Shrikanta Paudel issued statements denying any connection with the individuals named in the reports.
- Media reports cited alleged financial transaction records found on Sapkota’s phone, while the judges called the allegations false or baseless.
