MALEKHU: A 75-year-old man was found murdered in Ainselukhraka of southern Dhading on Thursday.

Harka Bahadur Tamang of Keranachok-4 was found dead at his house while his wife Thuli Maya Tamang (80) was found severely injured.

The suspected murder reportedly took place to rob Tamang of Rs 50,000 which he had returned home with.

The money was the first instalment of the government grant provided for earthquake survivors.

According to Gajuri Area Police, the injured was rushed to a hospital in Aadamghat, which is five hours walk from the village.

Police are investigating into the case.

They have launched a manhunt to nab the suspected murderer.