Nepal's Former Speaker Charged with Gold Smuggling
Nepal's political landscape has been impacted by the arrest and formal charges against former Speaker of Parliament Krishna Bahadur Mahara, accused of gold smuggling and organized crime.
The case is the first major corruption prosecution under Nepal's newly-installed interim government, which promises reform amidst nationwide upheaval.
- Former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara, 66, was formally charged on October 13.
- He is accused of smuggling gold worth over 85 million Nepali rupees (around $600,000) into the country.
The charges represent a significant moment in the interim administration's effort to restore public faith in governance.
Author's summary: Nepal's former speaker charged with gold smuggling.
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