Kathmandu:President of the Nepali Congress, Gagan Kumar Thapa, has asserted that neither he nor the party has been involved in any financial transactions or misconduct related to the ongoing dispute over the party’s legitimacy.
According to National News Agency Nepal, President Thapa, in an audio message shared on social media, called for an impartial investigation into an audio recording linked to middleman Inam Sapkota. He highlighted that the party’s stance on the legitimacy issue was previously conveyed by Senior Vice President Bishwa Prakash Sharma at a press conference. Thapa dismissed the incident as a malicious rumor and expressed readiness for the party and its leadership to cooperate with any investigation.
President Thapa emphasized that no financial dealings occurred during the political and legal challenges regarding the party’s legitimacy, insisting that no improper financial transactions took place. He urged the media and stakeholders to direct inquiries to relevant investigative authorities instead of questioning him about the audio. Thapa called for an impartial investigation into Sapkota’s matter to thoroughly examine the roles of all involved parties.
He addressed the narrative suggesting he engaged in political meetings out of fear post-audio release, clarifying that these meetings were related to the vote of confidence for the Nepali Congress-led government in Madhesh Province and other routine dialogues.
President Thapa also commented on the government’s responsibilities, stating that the mandate for a five-year term should be respected. He urged the government to focus on post-disaster rehabilitation, economic recovery, job creation, and investment promotion. He affirmed that the Nepali Congress would support the government when it acts correctly but will question wrongful actions.
Stressing the importance of maintaining the right to question and uphold democratic practices, Thapa warned against undermining legitimate inquiries through political disputes or orchestrated rumors.