KATHMANDU, Oct 9: The government has dismissed Armed Police Force (APF) Additional Inspector General (AIG) Banshi Raj Dahal from service over repeated violations of conduct, indiscipline and actions that tarnished the reputation and image of the government or the organization he served.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Friday, the ministry took the departmental action against Dahal, effective from Friday, October 9.
The ministry said the action marked a significant development in the history of the Armed Police Force, as the home minister exercised powers granted under the Armed Police Force Act and Regulations to take departmental action against a senior officer for failing to uphold the standards of conduct expected of his rank and position.
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The ministry also said the home minister was closely monitoring and analyzing misconduct by police personnel under the ministry, leaks of sensitive and confidential information, and activities that could adversely affect peace and security.
It reiterated the government's commitment to taking action under prevailing laws against anyone involved in unlawful activities and upholding the rule of law, legal compliance and public peace and security.
The statement was issued by Anand Kafle, joint secretary and spokesperson for the Ministry of Home Affairs.
