The committee formed to investigate allegations against former home minister Sudan Gurung has submitted its report to Prime Minister Balen Shah.
The committee, led by former high court judge Achyut Prasad Bhandari, submitted the report to PM Shah on Friday. The inquiry focused on questions regarding the source of Gurung’s share investments and other assets.
The committee also included Financial Comptroller General Shova Kanta Poudel and Joint Attorney Achyut Mani Neupane as members.
Neupane said that the committee prepared a 45-page report containing factual analysis, conclusions, and recommendations.
"We have conducted a factual analysis regarding the questions raised about Sudan Gurung. We have included necessary evidence, our conclusions, and also provided point-wise recommendations to the government on the steps to be taken at the end," he said.
In addition to the 45-page report, the committee separately submitted statements and various other documents.
The Cabinet had decided to form the committee during its meeting on May 6. The committee was initially given 15 days to study and investigate the facts surrounding the issues related to former home minister Gurung, who is also a member of the House of Representatives.
Although the committee completed its investigation within the given timeframe, it requested the government for an extension as more time was needed to finalize the writing of the report. The government granted an additional five days, allowing the committee to complete its investigation and submit the report.
Gurung had resigned from his position on April 22, citing the questions raised against him. He became embroiled in controversy after his professional partnership with Deepak Bhatta – who is currently in custody for investigations related to share investment sources and money laundering – was brought to light.
At the time of his resignation, Gurung said that he stepped down to avoid any potential conflict of interest while holding public office.
