PM Dahal directs swift investigation into Balkumari incident

KATHMANDU, Dec 30: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has issued a directive for an expeditious investigation into the incident that transpired at Balkumari in Lalitpur on Friday afternoon.

In a briefing held with security officials and senior officials at the Ministry of Home Affairs on Saturday, Dahal expressed sadness over the incident and emphasised the need for a rapid and impartial inquiry.

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During the briefing, Prime Minister Dahal conveyed his concern and stated that he is closely examining the details of the incident. He underscored the importance of a quick and fair investigation to ascertain the facts surrounding the incident.

Among those present in the briefing were Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha, Home Secretary Dinesh Bhattarai, Inspector General of Nepal Police Basanta Kunwar, Inspector General of Armed Police Force Raju Aryal, Chief District Officer of Lalitpur District, Chief of Police, and other relevant officials