- Friday, 29 August 2025
Kathmandu, June 25: In line with the constitutional provisions, the federal government has been presenting the budget on the 15th of Nepali month Jestha every year.
Similarly, the provincial governments are required to present the budget on Asar 1, and the local governments on Asar 10.
The Local Government Operations Act and the Intergovernmental Financial Management Act require the budget for the upcoming fiscal year to be presented by Asar 10 of each year.
According to the same provision, most local governments have presented their annual budget for the upcoming fiscal year on Tuesday. Some had presented their budget even before the scheduled date. In some local bodies, the budget has been halted due to internal disputes, while in others technical reasons have been cited for not bringing the budget in the stipulated deadline.
Among the total six metropolitan cities in the country, the budget of Kathmandu Metropolitan City has not been presented till date. While the Biratnagar, Birgunj, Lalitpur, Bharatpur, and Pokhara metropolises have already presented their budgets, the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, which is the federal capital, was unable to present it within the deadline due to internal disputes.
There has been public interest in the budget of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, which handles a larger budget than some ministries of the federal government.
KMC’s municipal assembly has not been able to convene for a long time. There is no official statement from the KMC regarding the municipal assembly not being able to meet and the budget not being presented.
It is surmised that there is some misunderstanding between the chief administrative officer sent to KMC by the federal government and the Mayor Balendra Sah.
It is said there has been no discussion among the concerned officials of KMC regarding the policies, programmes, and budget of the metropolitan city. Similarly, in some other local levels of the country, policies and programmes have not been presented.
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Birgunj Customs Office collects Rs 73.18 billion in revenue from petroleum products
Birgunj (Parsa), June 25: Birgunj Customs Office has collected the highest revenue–Rs 73.18 billion from the import of petroleum products in 11 months of current fiscal year.
The Office had spent Rs 174 billion to import five types of petroleum products in the 11 months. Of the total revenue collected from the import of 20 major goods, petroleum products have the share of 46.43 per cent.
Chief Customs Administrator of the Office, Deepak Lamichhane, said import of petroleum products and vehicles is the main basis of the revenue of Birgunj Customs Office. Similarly, a total of 17.70 billion was collected din revenue import of vehicles and their spares which stood at 11.23 per cent.
Likewise, the Office collected Rs 5.78 billion in revenue from iron and things manufactured from iron while Rs 5.26 billion in revenue was collected from import of machinery goods and their parts.
Lamichhane shared that Rs 3.67 billion in revenue was collected from the import of electric machinery and their parts as well as Rs 3.06 billion in revenue was collected from import of all types of clothes during the period.
The Office collected Rs 2.58 billion in revenue from the import of tobacco and tobacco related products, Rs 2.52 billion from cosmetic products, Rs 2.32 billion from raw material of plastics, and Rs 2.19 billion from other lubricant oil, he mentioned.
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Disaster management post set up in Solukhumbu
Solukhumbu, June 25: For the first time in Solukhumbu district, a joint disaster management post has been established, aiming to enhance emergency preparedness and response during the monsoon season. The facility has been set up at Jorbouddha in Solududhkunda Municipality-6 and is currently operational.
Specially trained personnel from the Nepal Police and the Armed Police Force have been deployed, with an 11-member security team providing 24/7 service, according to Chief District Officer (CDO) Anoj Kumar Ghimire. A system is now in place to mobilize rescue teams shortly after receiving emergency information.
The post has been established targeting three-month monsoon period (Asar, Saun, and Bhadau (mid-June to mid-September) when the risk of natural disasters is at its peak. CDO Ghimire emphasized that the long-term objective is to institutionalize and expand the post, making it a permanent and resilient structure that can serve all local levels across the district.
Garma Bazar has been designated as the operational centre of the post due to its strategic geographical location. In addition to field operations, the post has already begun direct coordination with local disaster management committees throughout the district.
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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve displaced submit memo to PM Oli
Kathmandu, June 25: Representatives of the families displaced due to the expansion of Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve have submitted a memorandum today for land compensation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
Handing over the memo to the PM at his official residence in Baluwatar today, representatives from the displaced families, including 95-year-old Kamala Kumari Pokhrel, recalled a gentleman agreement with the government to provide land in exchange for their properties which were acquired 48 years ago when the Reserve was expanded.
Regarding the issue, the Government of Nepal formed a high-level commission led by Rakam Chemjong on February 18, 2024, with the authority to resolve the problems of the displaced in the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve. This commission suggested providing land compensation to 75 families that were entitled to replacement land in Letang Municipality, Morang.
Manohar Narayan Shrestha, a former member of the high-level commission participating in the delegation, said that the government should quickly address the demand for the implementation of the report.
On the occasion, Prime Minister Oli was also informed about the Supreme Court’s decision on April 17, 1989 which also included an order to provide substitute land to the displaced families.
After receiving the notification, PM Oli instructed Chief Secretary Eak Narayan Aryal to study the issue and provide an appropriate response to the displaced families within 15 days.
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Far-Western University Central Campus hosting Int’l conference from June 27
Gaddachauki (Kanchanpur), June 25: The Far-Western University, Central Campus is going to organise a Multidisciplinary International Conference on ‘Emerging Research Trends and Innovation on Quality Education and Sustainable Development’ from June 27.
The Campus is organizing the two-day event with the support of 14 different organisations including the University Grants Commission, Research Centre for Educational Innovation and Development, Far-Western University in collaboration with Ixora Research Centre, Jharkhand, India.
Experts of different disciplines from Nepal, India, USA, Denmark and UK would make their presentations online and in physical in the conference, said Convener of the International Conference, Dr Madan Singh Deupa.
The main objective of the conference is to exchange the results of contemporary researches in the field of research, conduct collaborative research in this field and promote individuals active in research field, he added.
Principal of University Central Campus and Chair of the conference, Kumbha Bahadur Chand shared that preparation for the conference was underway by forming different committees and it has reached the final phase.
A total of 250 people including professors, experts, educationists, researchers and students would participate in the conference, he added.
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Asia-GCC Dialogue: Minister calls for treating migrants as partners in development
Kathmandu, June 25: Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security, Sharat Singh Bhandari, has called on all partner nations for shared commitment for safe and decent migration.
During an inaugural session of the Asia-GCC Dialogue on the Implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM) here today, he sought the shared commitment on the part of all partner nations to advancing safe, orderly and regular migration.
“Nepal is committed to protecting migrants’ human rights in line with international standards. Although we have mandated social security coverage for outbound migrant workers, ensuring access to pensions and benefits upon their return, we are still in need to establish a continued contribution to our social security schemes,” the Minister said.
Stating that for countries like Nepal, migration and remittances are a major economic source and a cornerstone of socio-economic development, significantly shaping its economy and driving progress, he said millions of migrant workers contribute to the prosperity of labour hosting countries, forging strong economic and cultural ties.
“However, challenges such as exploitation, unsafe migration routes, and limited reintegration opportunities persist. The GCM, with its 23 objectives, offers a comprehensive framework to address these issues through collaboration and respect for human rights.”
The Minister utilised the forum to urge all labour hosting countries to adopt these GCM standards, treating migrants as partners in development rather than mere labor force, adding that Nepal stands firmly for the welfare of its migrant workers, including establishing minimum benchmarks for those working abroad.
“Our reintegration programmes leverage returnees’ skills and capital through social and economic initiatives at all local levels. From next fiscal year, we are extending our programme coverage to all 753 local levels. It is the time-we need to establish a clear pathway how this returnee integrates – economically – socially. We also call on GCC countries to uphold minimum human rights standards, including access to healthcare and effective grievance mechanisms,” he said.
GCM Objective 18 emphasizes investment in skill development and the mutual recognition of skills, qualifications, and competencies to enhance skill-based migration, he said, arguing that Nepal’s national policy reflects its commitment to sending skilled and highly skilled workers for foreign employment.”
The Minister also proposed an Asia-GCC skills recognition framework to facilitate labour mobility and reduce deskilling.
Stating that Nepal adopts a zero-tolerance policy towards fraudulent agencies and is committed to taking strict action against them, he proposed the establishment of an Asia-GCC task force to regulate recruitment agencies and eliminate exploitative practices, ensuring ethical migration corridors.
“Nepal views migration as a path to shared prosperity. Migrant workers are seen as ambassadors of common values, and Nepal calls for Asia-GCC cooperation to ensure safe, dignified, and empowering migration,” the Minister stressed.
Also speaking on the occasion, Ministry Secretary Dr Krishnahari Puskar underlined the need of wider cooperation and shared commitment in the implementation of the Global Compact for Migration in the context of changing regional scenario specially the Iran-Israel unrest and its consequences on migration.
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Fake examinee arrested
Kathmandu, June 25: The police have arrested a fake examinee at the Public Administration Campus located in Kathmandu Metropolitan City-14 today, while he was appearing in the MPA programme third semester examination.
The one who was arrested is 26-year-old Keshav Rokaya, originally from Chandannath Municipality-8, Jumla and currently residing in Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu Metropolitan City-4, said Deputy Superintendent of Police Apilraj Bohora, the spokesperson for the District Police Range Kathmandu.
DSP Bohora said, “The arrest was made based on the letter received from the Public Administration Campus stating that Keshav was appearing in the examination the behalf of Dan Bahadur Rokaya who is studying at that campus. Necessary investigation and actions will be forwarded against the culprit accordingly.”
Spokesperson Bohora mentioned that the District Administration Office of Kathmandu has extended the remand period for investigation regarding the fake examinee who was arrested for committing an offense under the Education Act.
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Number of foreign tourists has not increased as expected: NTB CEO Joshi
Kathmandu, June 25: Chief Executive Officer of Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), Deepak Raj Joshi, has shared that though investment in tourism sector has increased, the number of foreign tourists has not increased as expected.
At an orientation jointly organized by Nepal Tourist Vehicle Association and NTB here today, Joshi argued that lack of construction of necessary infrastructures is one of the reasons behind less number of tourists visiting Nepal than expected.
“We failed to bring in tourists as per the target in lack of tourist infrastructures. We believe that the number of foreign tourists can be increased after next two years as construction of various infrastructures including roads are underway across the country,” he opined.
Joshi added that the bodies concerned should be active for infrastructure construction with due responsibility. Moreover, he suggested providing quality service to tourists.
Similarly, Senior Sub-Inspector at Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, Rajeev Bista, stressed that tourist vehicle drivers should be responsible themselves.
“It will help to reduce accidents if drivers and their helpers become responsible. They should follow the rules for themselves, not for the traffic police,” he mentioned.
Likewise, Association Chairperson Bed Raj Bastola expressed the view that this orientation would impart theoretical and practical knowledge to make drivers and their helpers skillful and follow the safety measures as well as good manners towards tourists.
He further said helpers of drivers should be equally responsible during the journey. A total of 92 people including tourist vehicle drivers and their helpers have been participating in the two-day programme.
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Nepal Police Bill to increase accountability, responsibility of police service: Home Minister
Kathmandu, June 25: Minister for Home Affairs Ramesh Lekhak has said that the Bill aimed at amending and integrating the laws related to the Nepal Police is intended to enhance the accountability and responsibility of the police service. The Bill underscores adherence to the Constitution, existing laws, the rule of law, and human rights, he asserted.
Responding to concerns raised during a meeting of the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee of the House of Representatives during the preliminary discussions on the Bill, the Home Minister said the Bill highlights the functions, duties, and rights of the police service.
According to him, it also covers key areas such as the formation, administration, and operation of the police force; the appointment of the Inspector General of Police; recruitment procedures; transfers and deputations; leave policies; promotions; remuneration and other benefits; retirement; code of conduct; departmental actions; review mechanisms; and other relevant matters.
“We will be bringing a new Act to replace the Nepal Police Act that dates back to 70 years,” he said, adding that the Supreme Court verdict in 2070 BS (12 years back) suggested the need for a fresh Act in the police service.
As the Minister said, the Police Act is the priority of the government and it hopes the Committee to conclude it at the earliest. He went on to say that the government is ready to discuss the bill and its contents with priority.
“This Bill had to be presented to make necessary provisions regarding the formation, operation, and terms of service of the police service so as to promote public peace, prevent and investigate crime, and to establish and maintain peace, security, and public order.”
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Customs Bill needed to further systematize customs procedures: Finance Minister
Kathmandu, June 25: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Bishnu Prasad Paudel, has said the need for a new Customs Act was realised to further systematise the customs procedures and enhance accountability, with the aim of facilitating safe and efficient international trade.
During the discussions in principle on the Bill drafted to amend and integrate laws relating to the customs in a meeting of the Committee for Legislation Management, National Assembly (NA) today, he stressed the need for increasing efficiency in the customs collections and contributing to the economic development of the country.
Minister Paudel assured that the bill aims to protect domestic industries, promote exports, and attract foreign direct investment by simplifying customs procedures and making them more technology-friendly.
According to the Minister, the customs-related laws had to be amended to facilitate legitimate trade and effectively discourage illegal trade.
Stating that the Bill incorporates some new provisions and revisions, Finance Minister Paudel said it includes the duties, responsibilities, and powers of the chief customs officer and customs officer.
Prior to this, the Bill was discussed in the Finance Committee of the House of Representatives and was sent to the National Assembly along with suggestions and messages.
Committee Chairperson Tulasha Kumari Dahal said the Committee receives the Bill, a comprehensive one, so late when only five days remain to end the deadline for its response to the document. It is a challenge for the committee, she added.
The Bill has proposed to amendment and integrate 154 clauses while 21 members of the National Assembly have sought amendments to 133 points. The Finance Committee’s submissions are concerned with 88 points.
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No need to rewrite bill designed to amend Banks and Financial Institutions Act, 2073: Finance Ministry
Kathmandu, June 25: The Finance Ministry has sent a letter to the Finance Committee, saying there is no need to rewrite the bill designed to amend the Bank and Financial Institutions Act, 2073.
During today’s meeting of the Committee, Chairperson Santosh Chalise, said the Finance Ministry responded the Finance Committee citing there was no need to rewrite the bill. The Committee had asked the Ministry to send suggestions if rewriting was necessary in order to make the bill further refined as per the present scenario. The bill is now under consideration at the Committee.
“We had sent the letter to Finance Ministry and Nepal Rastra Bank after the committee received the suggestion that the bill should be revised. But it received the response that rewriting is not necessary and it can be amended from the Committee as per the need,” he added.
Earlier, the Committee had discussed with experts of banking sector, former bankers and banks about the bill and the participants had suggested to amend the bill considering the geopolitical change and internal situation as it was registered in the parliament for long.
Based on the suggestion, the Finance Committee had asked the Finance Ministry and Nepal Rastra Bank to inform if rewriting the bill is needed. The bill was registered in April 2023.
The voice was raised in the Committee that the provisions of the bill should be made contextual as the situation of banks and financial institutions two years ago and present situation is now different.
The bill would play important role to make legal arrangements for effective management and regulation of banks and financial institutions based on financial security and financial risk, nationally and internationally developed financial system.
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Rasuwa DAO urges locals to be alert over river floods
Rasuwa, June 25: Local administration here has urged the people living on the banks of rivers and streams to be alert over heavy rainfall occurring in the Chinese territory, Tibet, and its subsequent impact on the lower regions towards Nepal.
The District Administration Office Rasuwa requested the concerned people living on the banks of the Bhotekoshi River and other rivers to adopt precautionary measures for life and property, because heavy rainfall was occurring in the northern region including Keyrong in the Chinese territory.
Chief District Officer, Arjun Paudel, reminded that the Chinese authority in Tibet had requested to remain alert owing to heavy rainfall in the areas around Keyrong, and Lhende River flowing into Nepal, which would witness increase in the water level.
Meanwhile, meteorologists have forecasted heavy rainfall in the nearby areas including the mountainous district, Rasuwa, and the local administration has urged people, living in the area near rivers and streams to adopt measures to avoid risks.
Diversity in dance and music fosters national unity: President Paudel
Kathmandu, June 25: President Ramchandra Paudel has said diversity in Nepal’s ethnicities and their cultures including song, dance and music have contributed to strengthening of national unity. It has kept intact social harmony, he argued.
Addressing the award handover ceremony organized by the Nepal Academy of Music and Drama in the federal capital on Wednesday, President Paudel reminded that music and drama were not mere entertainment but heritage and reflection of the identity of diverse communities.
Preservation and promotion of original culture, language, drama and music are imperative, the President said, adding that Nepal’s indigenous cultures have drawn world’s attention.
The Head of the State said, “I want to draw the attention of all Nepali living across the globe to contribute from their sides for the preservation of Nepali cultures. I wish Nepal’s drama and music became mater of study for the global researchers.”
Establishment of various academies like the Academy of Music and Drama was possible with the shift in state’s perspective towards art following the political change, he reminded. “Preservation of art and culture is the preservation of nation’s soul.”
Also the talents in drama and music deserve respect from State, Paudel stressed.
On the occasion, various personalities contributing to music and drama were honoured. They were singer Deep Shrestha, theatre artist Hari Bahadur Thapa, singer Kunti Moktan, theatre artist Bed Kumari Neupane, dance director Bhuvan Das Shrestha, folk singer Narayan Rayamajhi, classical musician Kuleshwor Rai and musical instrument player Raju Agrawal.
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Home Minister’s diktat to book vehicles running despite disaster alertness
Kathmandu, June 25: Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has warned of actions to those- both driver and officials allowing the drive- violating early warning over disaster and its impact. Even the Chief District Officer, Police Chief and traffic police officers responsible for allowing the transportation despite disaster warning would not be spared, he reminded.
Home Minister Lekhak was making such a warning in a meeting the ministry held on disaster preparedness and response on road sector in the wake of monsoon. He stressed strict adherence of transport and driving code and decisions made for reducing the road accidents.
The Home Minister also urged all sides concerned to ensure spreading disaster information to all citizens, especially those possibly facing disaster. “If anyone- CDO, Police Chief and traffic police- found permitting vehicular movements even after the restriction citing heavy rainfall and possible disaster, would be booked,” he reiterated, adding that the ambulance or an emergency service could, however, be considered based on situation.
He directed the ministry Secretary and Inspector General of Nepal Police to make circular accordingly.
According to him, the first agency people contact when they face problems especially road disruption is security and local representatives. So, spreading right information at right moment and acting swiftly are imperative, Lekhak underlined.
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Garbage management usual in monsoon this time: KMC
Kathmandu, June 25: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has informed that there would not be any problems on garbage management in the rainy time this year.
In the previous years, the Kathmandu denizens had faced huge problems due to delayed collection of garbage in the wake of active monsoon across the country. However, this year, KMC resolved the problems on time to prevent such malaise.
According to Sarita Rai, Head of the Environment Management Department at KMC, the road from Piple to the landfill site, Bancharedanda, has been repaired. She said, “In the past, Sisdol, was also used for waste deposit with soil capping. As the road repair completed on time this year, there would not be any hassles.
The landslides occurred in some places from Tinpipla to Sisdol were managed accordingly, and walls constructed in necessary spots.
Waste management is being conducted in collaboration with private companies at all wards except core city wards. There are total 32 wards in KMC. Every day, 1,600 metric tons of waste is being managed from the Valley at Bancharedanda.
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Minister Gurung for making postal service reliable
Kathmandu, June 25: Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung said the reliable and fast postal services could boost revenue.
During an interaction organized today by the Department of Postal Service regarding progress review for the fiscal year 2025/26, Minister Gurung pointed out the need for a new law to create a modern and smart postal service.
“The ministry is actively working to modernize postal services; policy-making for the establishment of a modern postal service is in the final stage,” Gurung said.
He suggested improving the capacity of the staff in the department. “We will introduce the Postal Act this year, and efforts are being placed with a plan to make the local postal structure more effective, for which full support and cooperation from the employees is needed,” he added.
Minister Gurung also assured of making available a motorcycle at local postal offices this year.
Similarly, joint secretary at the ministry, Koshhari Niroula, mentioned that the ministry has always been positive towards the growth and development of postal services, stating that efforts are being made to integrate the postal service with e-commerce.
Director General of the postal department, Manmaya Bhattarai Pangeni, said they have been collaborating with local governments to reach out postal services to the people’s doorsteps.
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Govt. instructed to formulate revenue policy to promote internal
production
Kathmandu, June 25: The Finance Committee under the House of Representatives (HoR) has drawn the government’s attention to adopt the revenue policy towards promoting internal production and domestic industries.
Committee President Santosh Chalise informed that its meeting today took the decision to draw the government’s attention to lay emphasis on promoting domestic industries. The Lower House Committee meeting drew the government’s attention to that end, acting on the applications by some entrepreneurs and businesspersons to the Committee stating government’s tax policy has troubled their business.
The business fraternity, including gold and silver entrepreneurs, Ayurvedic drugs manufacturers, and iron and rod producers sought cooperation from the Finance Committee noting the budget for the upcoming fiscal year impractical.
The gold and silver entrepreneurs are protesting against the two percent luxury tax and 13 percent value-added tax (VAT) imposed on items such as gold, silver, and diamonds.
Likewise, Ayurvedic medicine entrepreneurs are demanding the repeal of 13 percent VAT imposed on Ayurvedic medicines, which are considered essential medicinal items.
Iron rod and bamboo stick entrepreneurs have also approached the Finance Committee to halt the 10 percent customs duty imposed on raw materials used to make ‘wire rods.’
Entrepreneurs from all three sectors have expressed their concerns before the government through the Committee, warning that domestic industries will face problems and number of jobs will be lost if the tax rates decided by the government in the upcoming fiscal year 2082/83 budget are implemented,
After discussions with the entrepreneurs, the Committee’s meeting today highlighted the need for the government to adopt tax policies that promote domestic industries.
The Economic Bill, 2082 is currently under consideration in the Federal Parliament, awaiting parliamentary approval.
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Progress of Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Project dismal : parliamentary committee
Kathmandu, June 25: The Infrastructure Development Committee under the House of Representatives (HoR) had drawn a conclusion that progress of the national pride Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Project is not satisfactory.
Today’s meeting of the Committee decided to make a comprehensive study of the concerned documents of the project as its progress details up to now are not found satisfactory.
Committee President, Deepak Bahadur Singh informed that the meeting has decided to hold further discussion related to the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation. “Project progress has appeared to be only one percent. Reasons behind the dismal progress were discussed in the meeting”, he shared, adding, “The meeting decided to obtain further information from the line minister and demand related additional documents of the project”.
The meeting also directed the government not to make any delay in appointing the project chiefs in national pride projects.
It came to the light that the project chief was not appointed for the diversion project for nine months. The Raman Construction JV Petal Company is the contractor company of the project.
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Former President Dr Yadav bats for medical ethics
Chitwan, June 25: Former President Dr Ram Baran Yadav has reminded the medical professionals to abide by medical ethics.
Inaugurating the acute oncology service amidst a function organized by the BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, Chitwan on Wednesday, former President Dr Yadav argued the doctors run after money do not follow medical ethics.
The doctor and nurses providing quality service are admired and promoted by the patients, he said, adding that reputation comes first before money in any profession. He urged the doctors and nurses to ensure affable behaviour and quality service to the patients.
The former Head of the State shared that he was a patient of a prostate cancer and had to visit Japan for PET scan because this facility was not available in Nepal then. “I asked then government to allocate Rs 360 million to purchase necessary equipment for this service. But the budget froze as government failed to buy the PET scanning machine,” he explained.
Dr Yadav, however, said he was happy to know that government has initiated a process to purchase the necessary medical equipment now.
He also hailed the achievement of federal republic, stating that out of total 36,000 people’s representatives at local level, 12,000 are from Dalit, indigenous, women, Madhesi, and marginalized people.
Executive Director at Hospital, Dr Shivaji Paudel, said they learned many things in 25 years and various training were organized to capacitate workforce on cancer.Chief oncologist Dr Guru Sharan Shah informed about the features of acute oncology service.
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58 Nepali youths held hostage in India rescued
Kanchanpur, June 25: Total 58 Nepali youths who were taken to India with a false promise of employment and later held hostage have been rescued. Among them, 23 were rescued from Rudrapur while 35 from Kaspur of Udhamsingh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
The rescue was carried out with the collective efforts of a civil society organization ‘Kin Nepal/Kin India’, the Nepali embassy in India, the Nepal Police, and the Indian police. The rescued ones were brought back to Nepal via the western border point, Gaddachauki, according to Deputy Superintendent of Police, Sagar Bohara, at the District Police Office, Kanchanpur.
After receiving information that the youths taken to India for employments were made captives at home in Rudrapur and Kasipur, the civil society organization, security agencies from both countries took action.
DSP Bohara informed that the search for the persons luring the youths of job and duping them was underway along with further investigations.
Among the rescued ones, 11 youths are from Kailali and Doti districts of Sudurpaschim Province, while others from Chitwan, Sunsari, Panchthar, Taplejung, Tehrathum, Dang, Banke, Syangja, Dhading, Kaski, Sarlahi, Rukum, Baglung, Ilam, and Rupandehi districts.
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Former Prime Minister Madhav Nepal released on Rs 3.5 million bail
Kathmandu, June 25: The Special Court has issued an order to release former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal on a bail amount of Rs 3.5 million.
Information Officer at the Special Court, Yagya Raj Regmi informed that the court issued the order following the hearing whether or not to remand him in jail for further investigation in connection with the graft case against him on the Patanjali Yogpeeth land misappropriation scam.
“An order was issued to release former Prime Minister Nepal on bail amount of Rs 3.5 million or the same amount bank guarantee.
A divisional bench comprising Justices, Tej Narayan Singh, Ram Bahadur Thapa and Bidur Koirala issued the order.
Former PM Nepal’s statement was recorded since Wednesday afternoon after he was physically present at the special court.
The lawyers of both the sides then involved in the detention debate. Five layers from Nepal’s side and equal number of government lawyers had presented their arguments and counter-arguments in this regard.
The Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) had field a case at the special court against 93 persons, including ex-PM Nepal on the Patanjali Yogpeeth land ceiling scam.
In the charge sheet, the former PM has been demanded a fine of Rs 185.85 million.
A charge sheet was registered at the Special Court accusing him of committing irregularity by taking a decision of exempting ceiling in the purchase of the Patanjali Yogpeeth land during his premiership in the past.
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