Kathmandu, April 21 -- Rastriya Swatantra Party came to power promising good governance, transparency and clean politics. Following reports of Home Minister Sudan Gurung's investments that put him alongside businessman Deepak Bhatta, who is under investigation for money laundering, leaders within the ruling party are demanding a fair investigation.

Two weeks ago, the RSP recalled Labour Minister Deepak Kumar Sah following controversy over the appointment of his wife to the Health Insurance Board. Party insiders say it cannot remain silent now that more serious allegations have surfaced against Gurung.

"Sah was sacked without allowing him to clarify. Allegations against the home minister are more serious," an RSP lawmaker, who is also a ...