KATHMANDU, Oct 13: The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has launched an internal investigation into serious allegations against lawmaker Khagendra Sunar and directed him not to attend any formal event in his public capacity until the inquiry concludes.
In a statement issued Tuesday, the party said it had instructed its Central Disciplinary Commission to begin an immediate investigation to establish the facts.
“To prevent interference with the investigation and uphold the ethical standards of public office, he is directed not to participate in any formal event in his public capacity until the inquiry reaches a conclusion,” the statement said.
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The RSP said media reports, publicly released audio recordings and questions raised about Sunar had drawn its serious attention.
It described allegations involving conduct undermining women’s dignity, improper pressure, threats and suspicious financial transactions as serious and sensitive.
The party said its commitment to the rule of law, good governance and accountability meant it could not take such allegations against any member or elected representative lightly.
“Given the seriousness of these matters, we expect the relevant state agencies to conduct an immediate, independent, impartial and fact-based investigation,” the statement said. “We pledge full cooperation with that process.”
The RSP said it maintained a policy of zero tolerance toward mistreatment of women, violations of the standards of public office and criminal offenses.
Reaffirming that no one is above the law, the party said it would take further action under the law and its statute based on the findings of the state investigation and its internal inquiry.
It also pledged not to provide political protection to anyone who breaks the law or violates the standards of public office.