Nepali Congress seeks Public Accounts Committee probe into Sunkoshi Marin project contract cancellation
Summary
Nepali Congress lawmakers have asked the Public Accounts Committee to investigate the cancellation of the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project contract, alleging unlawful procedure, financial irregularities and interference from the Prime Minister’s Office. They want officials, experts and bidders summoned for hearings on the disputed procurement process.
Key Points
- Nepali Congress lawmakers Janak Raj Giri and Yogesh Gauchan Thakali submitted a petition seeking a Public Accounts Committee probe into the contract cancellation for the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project.
- They allege the contract for the project's headworks and powerhouse was canceled unlawfully before the financial bids of technically qualified companies were opened.
- The petition seeks clarification on possible violations of the Public Procurement Act, financial losses to the public treasury, and the impact on compensation recovery and bank guarantees.
- Lawmakers also want an investigation into alleged interference by the Prime Minister’s Office and reported pressure on officials to cancel the contract.
