Many tried to intimidate me, but I’m not easily frightened: Gagan Thapa to PM Shah
Summary
Gagan Thapa says he will not be intimidated by threats, in an apparent response to a warning-style social media post by Prime Minister Balendra Shah. The exchange has fueled speculation in political circles and references allegations of an Rs 18 crore deal.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa said many have tried to intimidate him, but he is not easily frightened.
- His remarks appeared to respond indirectly to a warning-style social media post by Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
- Political circles interpreted Shah’s post as being directed at Thapa.
- Thapa’s reference to “exactly 18:00” was widely read as a sarcastic nod to allegations of an Rs 18 crore deal.
