12 Arrested for Illegally Sending Nepali Youth to Russian Army
Hamrakura
Published 2023 Dec 06 Wednesday
Kathmandu: In a significant operation, Nepal Police have apprehended 12 individuals involved in a criminal network responsible for sending Nepali youth to join the Russian army. The arrests took place following a multi-day operation conducted in various locations across Kathmandu.
The individuals arrested include Dipen Pariyar, Kshitij Giri, Subhash Lama, Manish Neupane, Rosal Maharjan, Hari Bahadur Bishwakarma, Ishwar Adhikari, Gokarna Aryal, Sujata Dahal, Santosh Adhikari, Santosh Nepal, and Drona Dangi. Superintendent of Police Kumod Dhungel, the spokesperson for District Police Range Kathmandu, confirmed that the arrests were made in connection with activities ranging from recruiting youths for the Russian army to facilitating the acquisition of necessary documents and arranging visit visas.
The illegal operation came to light after six Nepali youths who had joined the Russian army were confirmed dead in the conflict with Ukraine. The arrested individuals are now under investigation, and authorities are working to uncover the full extent of their activities.
