The Department of Money Laundering Investigation has conducted a raid on the home of former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana as part of a broader investigation, seizing documents and other materials.
Sources indicate that investigators also searched the homes of some of Rana’s close friends and relatives, uncovering significant documents during these searches.
The department has reportedly searched the residences of Nabaraj Thapaliya, Dipak Timalsina, and Narayan Dahal, in addition to Rana’s home. They also visited the homes of Rana’s brother, Prabhu Shamsher Rana, and his brother-in-law, Nabin Basnet.
These searches are part of a larger inquiry into allegations that Rana and others attempted to influence court cases in their favor.
Investigation Expands
This investigation follows Rana’s detention by the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office on September 27. He was taken to his home around 3 am due to a security threat and released after about 12 hours.
Investigators are also examining Rana’s alleged connections to Enam Sapkota, who was recently detained by the Special Bureau at Tribhuvan International Airport.
The investigation includes allegations of attempts to secure the release of businessman Deepak Bhatta, who was detained in connection with money laundering, corruption, and banking offenses. He has been moved from Nakkhu prison to Sindhupalchok.
The money laundering investigation is exploring the financial and other connections among those involved. Authorities have not yet released the results of the searches or indicated any potential legal actions.
The investigation is ongoing, and allegations against Rana and others have not yet been confirmed by a court.