Pre-trial detention hearing of former Speaker Mahara scheduled for today
Summary
The pre-trial detention hearing of former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara begins with charges filed for gold smuggling using e-cigarettes.
Key Points
- The pre-trial detention hearing of former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara starts today.
- He is charged with gold smuggling through e-cigarettes (Vape).
- The prosecution seeks a fine of Rs 85.5 million and three years imprisonment.
- Mahara was arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau from Khumaltar, Lalitpur.