Nepal files record corruption case over China-funded Pokhara airport project
Summary
Nepal's anti-corruption body has filed a record corruption case against 55 individuals and one company over irregularities in the $215.96 million China-funded Pokhara international airport project, demanding recovery of Rs8.36 billion.
Key Points
- Nepal's anti-corruption commission filed a corruption case against 55 individuals and one company over the Pokhara airport project.
- The project, funded by China, has been marred by inflated costs and irregularities, leading to a financial loss of $74.34 million.
- Key figures involved include former tourism ministers and officials from various ministries and the China CAMC Engineering Co.
- The Pokhara international airport began operation in 2023 but has not yet received scheduled international flights.
