Issuing a statement, NPBCL said a group formed as struggle committee, which is led by the company's former board member Rajuman Maharjan, picketed the company's office and forced Joshi to tender resignation.
“Joshi's sealed resignation registered at the company's office in Jwagal of Lalitpur was forcefully opened in presence of two board members Subhas Chandra Thakuri and Lal Krishna KC,” the statement added.
The statement also said Joshi offered to resign to help in execution of Kathmandu-Kulekhani-Hetauda Tunnel Highway project.
According to the company, the next meeting of the company board scheduled for February 11 will take decision on Joshi's resignation.
The company has also said that it has informed the local administration and Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) to arrange security at the office.
Organizing a press meet on Tuesday, members of the struggle committee said they would continue protest until Joshi's resignation is approved.
Joshi has been the chairman of NPBCL for the last four years.
The company has also asked its 1,800 investors not to panic. It also said it does not have any liability to Fulbright Consultancy which prepared Detailed Project Report (DPR) and Environment Impact Assessment report.
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The consultancy, which is promoted by KC, has been claiming the NPBCL owes it over Rs 200 million.
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