KATHMANDU: Nepali Congress has called on the government to immediately launch an independent, impartial, and high-level investigation into allegations concerning the source of assets linked to Home Minister Sudan Gurung.
In a statement issued by party spokesperson Devaraj Chalise, the party said its earlier Central Working Committee meeting had already decided that public concerns regarding the source of ministers’ wealth must be taken seriously.
“Transparency and accountability are the fundamental pillars of democracy,” the statement reads.
The Nepali Congress said that the latest developments involving Gurung have raised serious questions related to political ethics and transparency. It also acknowledged concerns that the investigation process could face direct or indirect influence.
The party stressed the need to ensure an environment that guarantees an independent, fair, and influence-free investigation.
“We clearly demand that the government immediately initiate an independent, impartial, and high-level probe into all allegations related to the Home Minister,” the statement said.
It warned that any attempt to delay, influence, or cover up the issue would deal a serious blow to good governance, ethics, and public trust.
The party clarified that its efforts to institutionalize ethical and clean politics are not targeted at any individual or specific party, but are aimed at improving the overall political culture.
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