KATHMANDU: The Department of Money Laundering Investigation has conducted raids at properties linked to Indra Baniya, as part of an investigation into alleged illicit wealth accumulation.
A team from the department carried out a search at the office of Baniya’s construction company on Monday. Raids were also conducted at offices located in Naxal Kathmandu and Sundhara Kathmandu.
Another team has been deployed to Hetauda, the provincial capital, where searches are underway at his residence and associated offices.
Baniya, an ‘A’ class construction contractor, has faced allegations of leaving multiple infrastructure projects incomplete. The raids follow a complaint accusing him of amassing and concealing assets through illegal means.
Officials say the move is part of an ongoing investigation, and further details are expected as the probe progresses.
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