258 Individuals Detained from Massage Centers in Kathmandu and Lalitpur

Police raided 57 massage centers across Kathmandu and Lalitpur, detaining a total of 258 individuals. Among those arrested were 240 women and 18 men. Authorities stated that the detainees are suspected of involvement in illicit activities. The operation took place on April 20 in Kathmandu.

The Crime Investigation Office of the Kathmandu Valley conducted the raids on Sunday, targeting massage centers in locations including Thamel and Boudha in Kathmandu as well as various areas within Lalitpur. Following the raids, police confirmed that 240 women and 18 men were taken into custody on allegations of engaging in unethical conduct.