Thapa denies financial dealings in NC's legal battle, defends integrity

Summary

Gagan Thapa has denied any financial wrongdoing in the Nepali Congress’s legal and political battle over its official status, saying a police investigation will reveal the facts. He also defended his meetings with political leaders and urged the government to focus on rehabilitation, jobs and investment.

Key Points
  • Gagan Thapa denied any financial transaction or wrongdoing in the Nepali Congress’s internal political and legal battle.
  • He dismissed the audio controversy linking him to fixer Iman Sapkota and called for an impartial police investigation.
  • Thapa said his meetings with Pushpa Kamal Dahal and KP Sharma Oli were routine political consultations.
  • He urged the government to prioritize disaster rehabilitation, landless squatters, employment and investment.
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