Kailali Tempo Incident
Forest Officials Spark Outrage by Pushing Tempo Off Cliff
What happened
Forest officials in Kailali pushed a roadside tempo off a cliff during an anti-encroachment drive, sparking public outrage. The operation led to compensation demands, an official investigation, and disciplinary action.
Timeline
Investigation Committee Formed
Jun 15, 10:12Sudurpashchim Province government formed a five-member committee to investigate the incident where forest officials pushed a makeshift tempo off a cliff in Kailali. Twelve staff members were in police custody as part of the investigation.
Forest Staff Held for Inquiry
Jun 14, 12:58Ten forest employees of various ranks were taken into custody for questioning after a viral video showed a three-wheeled vehicle being pushed off a cliff during the anti-encroachment drive. Investigation continued amid national outrage.
Tempo Pushed Off Cliff
Jun 14, 05:47Forest officials in Kailali pushed a roadside tempo used for small business off a cliff during an anti-encroachment drive, despite the owner's protests. The tempo was considered non-functional and part of 47 structures removed in the campaign.
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