Nepal’s big action: Property of politicians and officers will be investigated from 2006 till now

Nepal news: The government has taken a big step to crack down on corruption and illegal wealth in Nepal. The Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Balen Shah, has decided to form a special commission, which will investigate the assets of leaders and senior officials holding public positions since 2006. This decision is being considered as a big and strict step of the government, the aim of which is to bring transparency in the system.

To whom were the responsibilities assigned?

The government has formed a 5-member ‘Property Investigation Commission’, whose command has been given to former Supreme Court judge Rajendra Kumar Bhandari. Along with him, former judges Chandi Raj Dhakal and Purushottam Parajuli, former Nepal Police DIG Ganesh KC and chartered accountant Prakash Lamsal have been included. This team will collect and investigate complete details of the assets of leaders and officials from 2006 to 2025-26.

Nepal news: Why is the year 2006 important?

2006 was a very important year for Nepal, because during this time major political changes took place in the country through People’s Movement II. Therefore, the investigation is also being started from this year itself, so that the entire period can be covered.

Government’s promise fulfilled

Nepal news: Prime Minister Balen Shah had promised to take strict action against corruption after coming to power, which is now being fulfilled. In the cabinet meeting held on March 27, a decision was taken to make such a system within 15 days. For a long time, questions have been raised about the wealth of politicians and officers in Nepal, in such a situation the government believes that this commission will increase transparency and the public. Of Trust will be strong.