Binod Chaudhary, born 14 April 1955 in Kathmandu, is Nepal’s best-known billionaire businessman, industrialist, and politician. He leads the Chaudhary Group, which has built a diverse empire spanning food & beverage (notably Wai Wai noodles), hospitality, banking, real estate, and more. He entered formal politics with Nepali Congress in 2017 and is currently an MP for Parasi-1. Beyond business, he is active in philanthropy, disaster relief, education, and is seen as someone bridging commerce and public service in Nepal.

Gopal Hamal is a Nepali businessman-turned-social activist who won the 2022 mayoral election in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City as an independent candidate. Since assuming office on 22 May 2022, he has focused on improving public services like health care, sanitation, infrastructure, and waste management. His leadership style emphasizes transparency, frequent community engagement, and collaboration with development partners. Winning with a majority against strong candidates from established parties, he is seen as part of the emerging group of non-party (or outsider) leaders gaining ground in urban Nepal.

Kantika Sejuwal (born 1972) is a Nepali politician from Jumla, belonging to Nepali Congress. She was a school principal before entering politics after her husband’s death. In 2017, she became the first woman mayor of Chandannath Municipality and has worked on improving infrastructure, water, roads, governance and women’s inclusion. In 2022, she was elected to the federal parliament via proportional representation under the Khas people category.

Renu Dahal (born 4 July 1976 in Shivanagar, Chitwan) is a Nepali politician from the Maoist Centre, daughter of Pushpa Kamal Dahal. She rose to local executive leadership as Mayor of Bharatpur in 2017, narrowly defeating her competitor; she was re-elected in 2022 with stronger support. She has leveraged her political lineage and party backing but also gained a reputation for municipal development work and improving infrastructure, water, roads, and governance in Bharatpur. Her profile has been boosted by both her achievements and recognition (domestic and international).

Sagar Dhakal is a young Nepali hydropower engineer and independent political aspirant born in 1990. He rose to prominence in 2022 by running against Sher Bahadur Deuba in Dadeldhura-1, campaigning as a change candidate with a platform focused on accountability, development, and reform. Combining professional experience in energy projects and academic exposure abroad with activism, he represents a newer generation of political figures aiming to move beyond traditional party lines.

Bidya Devi Bhandari has been a major figure in Nepali politics, especially as the first woman to hold the presidency (2015-2023). Born in 1961 in Bhojpur, she entered politics through student activism, rising through the ranks of the CPN-UML, holding cabinet roles (including Defence Minister and Environment & Population Minister), and serving as party vice-chair before being elected President. During her presidency she focused on women’s rights, environmental protection, and symbolic representation of gender equality in Nepal. After completing her term as President, she resumed political affiliation with UML.

Krishna Prasad Sitaula is a veteran politician from the Nepali Congress, known for his roles in key transitional periods in Nepalese politics. Born in Terhathum District in 1946, he rose to prominence through electoral success in Jhapa constituencies and held major cabinet roles, including Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister. Over time his direct electoral wins have declined (he lost in the 2017 and 2022 elections), but he made a comeback by securing a seat in the National Assembly and being chosen as the leader of the ruling party there. He remains an influential voice within his party and in national politics.

Sujata Koirala, born 9 February 1954 in Biratnagar, is the only daughter of former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala. She has been active in politics for many years, rising to senior roles in the Nepali Congress including Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister around 2009-2011. She remains an MP (via party list), heads the International Relations Department of her party, and is widely involved in international political forums. Her work also includes social and philanthropic activities, particularly through trusts named after her family members.

Shashanka Koirala (born 24 October 1958 in Patna, India) is a veteran Nepali politician and ophthalmologist, part of the prominent Koirala political family. He is the son of former Prime Minister B. P. Koirala and has held significant roles within the Nepali Congress party, notably serving as its General Secretary from 2016 to 2021. Elected as MP for Nawalparasi East 1 in the Pratinidhi Sabha since 2018, he is one of the more experienced leaders in the party, combining political lineage, professional credibility, and long electoral experience.

Rajendra Prasad Lingden (born 7 September 1965 in Panchthar District) is a leader of Nepal’s Rastriya Prajatantra Party. Rising through the ranks, he defeated veteran politician Krishna Prasad Sitaula to win the Jhapa-3 seat in 2017, and again in 2022. As RPP chairman, he has positioned the party with renewed energy, briefly serving as Deputy PM and Energy Minister in the government of 2023. Known for his party’s pro-monarchy and Hindu nationalism leanings, Lingden is also seen as a generational face in RPP, advocating reform and greater appeal.

Harka Raj Sampang Rai, born 27 February 1983 in Khartamchha, Khotang, is a Nepali social activist turned politician who serves as Mayor of Dharan since May 2022. Educated in English and political science, he worked abroad before returning to engage in civic issues like corruption, access to water, and environmental causes. Running as an independent, he defeated established party candidates, gaining attention for his hands-on leadership, clean image, and connection with youth. He is seen as part of Nepal’s emerging generation of local leaders with potential for higher roles.

Kul Man Ghising (born 25 November 1970 in Bethan, Ramechhap) is a Nepali engineer and technocrat who served as Managing Director of the Nepal Electricity Authority. He earned acclaim for leading efforts to eliminate severe power shortages in Nepal, once known for daily blackouts of up to 18 hours, by improving power distribution, management, and running generation capacity more efficiently. His success at NEA, combined with a reputation for effectiveness and integrity, has made him a leading candidate among protestors and reform-minded citizens for the position of interim Prime Minister amid political unrest.

Sushila Karki was born on 7 June 1952 in Biratnagar, eastern Nepal, eldest of seven siblings. She studied political science and law, teaching briefly and then practicing law before being appointed to Nepal’s Supreme Court. In 2016 she became Nepal’s first female Chief Justice, a position she used to challenge corruption and enforce judicial independence. After retiring from the judiciary, she stayed out of party politics but retained a reputation for integrity. In September 2025, following widespread youth-led protests and political crisis, she was appointed interim Prime Minister with the responsibility of restoring order, combating corruption, and overseeing the path to new elections.

Baburam Bhattarai, born on 18 June 1954 in Khoplang, Gorkha, is a Nepali politician, intellectual, and former Prime Minister. He played an important role in the Maoist insurgency and debates around Nepal’s peace and constitutional processes. Educated in India (architecture, planning, PhD), he has authored works on underdevelopment and regional structure in Nepal, and shifted from mainstream Maoist politics to more centrist/socialist democratic approaches. Over the years, he has founded new parties and remained an influential figure in Nepal’s political evolution.

Agni Prasad Sapkota (born 7 March 1958) is a senior Nepalese politician from the Maoist Centre, who has played roles both during Nepal’s armed insurgency and after in democratic governance. He served as Speaker of the House of Representatives between 2020-2022, as well as holding ministerial positions earlier. Long before that, he was a teacher and became deeply involved in leftist student politics, before joining the Maoist insurgency and rising in the party leadership. In recent years, his political standing has been complicated by reemerging legal scrutiny over accusations from the conflict era, testing issues of accountability and political culture in Nepal.

Prakash Man Singh (born 3 April 1956) is a senior Nepali Congress politician and seasoned statesman. He is the son of democratic leader Ganesh Man Singh, inheriting a legacy of political activism. Over decades, Prakash Man Singh has held many important cabinet positions, including Deputy Prime Minister, and has represented Kathmandu-1 in parliament. Known for being consistent, trusted, and experienced, he remains one of the key figures in Nepali Congress, especially in coalition dynamics.

Shekhar Koirala (born 25 August 1950) is a senior Nepali Congress politician and medical doctor. He has served both in the Parliament and in academic leadership (as Vice Chancellor of BPKIHS), blending public service in healthcare with politics. Part of the influential Koirala family, he is known for his grounded approach, strong base in Morang district, and significant role within the party structure, though he has not (so far) held the top leadership positions.

Rajendra Mahato (born 19 November 1958) is a senior political leader from Nepal, particularly known for his advocacy of Madhesi rights. His political career spans several decades during which he has held key offices including Deputy Prime Minister (briefly), MP for multiple constituencies, and various ministerial roles. He has founded and led several Madhesi / Sadbhavana-oriented parties. In 2024, he established the Rastriya Mukti Party Nepal and continues to be a vocal figure in Terai politics, though his influence has had ups and downs due to frequent party changes and controversies.

Upendra Yadav (born 8 January 1961) is a veteran Nepalese political leader known for championing Madhesi rights and federalism. He has served as Deputy Prime Minister multiple times and held the Foreign Affairs portfolio. Over the years he has been associated with several Madhesi-oriented parties and currently leads (or has recently led) the People’s Socialist Party, Nepal. In 2023, after losing his seat in one election, he won a by-election in Bara-2, demonstrating his continued political relevance.

Minendra Rijal is a senior politician in the Nepali Congress, born on 1 October 1957 in Dharan, Nepal. He holds advanced study credentials (including a PhD) and has combined scholarly work with a long political career. Elected from Morang-2, he has served in several high-profile ministries such as Defence, Information & Communications, and Parliamentary Affairs & Culture. Rijal is noted for contributing to major policy reforms like the mixed electoral system, and for maintaining influence within his party though internal electoral losses (e.g. for general secretary) have affected his standing.

Dr. Ram Sharan Mahat (born 1 January 1951) is a senior Nepali Congress politician and economist who has served Nepal multiple times as Finance Minister and once as Foreign Affairs Minister. Raised in Nuwakot, he distinguished himself academically (gold medals, PhD) before entering public service and politics. Over decades, he has been key in designing and implementing economic reforms in Nepal, particularly post-1990, emphasizing transparent fiscal management and liberal-oriented policies. Despite occasional electoral setbacks, he remains a respected voice on political economy and democratic governance in Nepal.

Bishnu Prasad Paudel, born 20 November 1959 in Syangja, is a veteran Nepalese politician from the CPN (Unified Marxist-Leninist). Over decades, he has held many high-level roles, especially in finance, defence, home affairs, water resources, and energy. He is currently Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, and has been a multiple-term Member of Parliament for Rupandehi-2. Known for his strong influence in fiscal policy, he is a key player in Nepal’s ruling political establishment; yet he has also become a visible figure in the public eye due to recent protests against the government.

Dev Prasad Gurung (born 8 October 1958) is a veteran communist politician in Nepal, currently serving as General Secretary of the CPN (Maoist Centre). He was active in the Maoist insurgency, played important roles in peace talks, and later transitioned into parliamentary and ministerial politics. He has served as Minister of Law & Justice and as a member of both the Constituent Assembly and Parliament. Over the years he has become one of the senior leadership figures of his party, helping to shape its strategy in the post-war democratic period.

Pradeep Kumar Gyawali (born 13 September 1962) is a veteran communist politician from Nepal, affiliated with CPN (UML). He has served in multiple important ministerial roles, most notably as Foreign Minister from 2018 to 2021, and has been elected from Gulmi constituency in several terms. His political career began in the 1970s through student activism and district-level party leadership. In addition to politics, he is known for his literary works and contributions to Nepal’s cultural discourse.

Narayan Kaji Shrestha, born in 1959 in Gorkha, is a senior politician with the CPN (Maoist Centre) and a veteran of Nepal’s leftist and democratic movements. For decades he has engaged in both activism and formal politics — from fighting the Panchayat system, through the Maoist conflict, to playing important roles in successive governments. Most recently he has served as Deputy Prime Minister, Home Minister, and Foreign Minister, showing his continued relevance in Nepalese coalition politics. Known for his ideology and experience, he is considered one of the elder statesmen of left politics in Nepal.

Gagan Kumar Thapa (born 16 July 1976) is a prominent young leader of the Nepali Congress, serving as its General Secretary since late 2021. Raised in Kathmandu, he became active in student politics early and has represented Kathmandu-4 as Member of Parliament across multiple terms. He served as Minister of Health and Population in 2016-2017, and is known for pushing progressive reforms—especially in health, education, and governance. Thapa is widely respected for his oratory skills, appeal among youth, and emphasis on democratic norms.

Jhala Nath Khanal was born on 20 May 1950 in Sakhejung, Ilam, Nepal. He rose through Nepal’s communist movement, serving as general secretary of Marxist-Leninist parties, then leading CPN (UML) as chairman. In 2011, he became the 35th Prime Minister of Nepal, though his government was short-lived, mainly due to challenges in constitution drafting and coalition politics. More recently, he joined the CPN (Unified Socialist) after splitting from UML and remains an elder statesman in Nepalese leftist politics.

Ishwor Pokhrel (born 4 February 1954) is a veteran Nepali communist politician and longtime senior leader of the CPN (UML). Over decades in politics, he has held several high offices including Deputy Prime Minister, Defence Minister, and various other cabinet roles. He is known for his steady role within the UML, often acting as a stabilizer during party leadership transitions and holding interim posts such as Acting Chair. His political views include upholding internal party rules and norms (such as age/term limits) and he remains influential within UML’s decision-making circles.

Madhav Kumar Nepal (born 6 March 1953) is a senior Nepali politician, currently chairing the CPN (Unified Socialist). He served as Nepal’s Prime Minister from 2009-2011 and has held high offices including Deputy PM, and key ministerial roles. Previously a long-time leader in the CPN (UML), he split to form the Unified Socialist in 2021 citing issues around leadership style and internal party democracy. He remains an influential figure in communist politics in Nepal.

Balendra “Balen” Shah (born 27 April 1990) is a Nepali engineer, rapper, and politician who is currently serving as the 15th Mayor of Kathmandu. He came into politics as an independent, winning the 2022 mayoral election, and quickly gained a reputation for anti-corruption activism, transparency, and responsiveness, especially among Nepal’s younger population. His background in structural engineering and music gives him a mix of technical credibility and cultural appeal. Though still relatively new in formal politics, Balen has emerged as a prominent voice in the Gen Z movement, with many looking to him as a potential future Prime Minister.

Pushpa Kamal Dahal, also known as Prachanda, is a prominent communist politician in Nepal. Born in 1954 in Kaski, he rose from rural beginnings to lead the Maoist insurgency that brought about the end of Nepal’s monarchy. After peace negotiations, he transitioned into mainstream politics and has served as Prime Minister three times. His political journey has been marked by both considerable influence and recurring instability, especially because of changing coalitions and contested parliamentary confidence.

Rabi Lamichhane (born 14 September 1975) is a Nepali politician and former media personality who currently leads the Rastriya Swatantra Party. After a successful career in television and journalism, he founded his party in 2022 and won a parliamentary seat from Chitwan-2. He briefly served as Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, but his political rise was marked by legal challenges—most notably over his citizenship status—which he resolved, allowing him to return to political office. Known for his populist style, he remains a prominent figure among voters seeking change.

Sher Bahadur Deuba is a veteran Nepali politician and the current president of the Nepali Congress. Born in 1946 in Dadeldhura, he rose from humble beginnings to become Prime Minister of Nepal five times, more than any other leader. Over his career, he has managed the country through insurgencies, constitutional crises, and shifting party politics. Known as a survivor in Nepal’s turbulent political landscape, he remains one of the most influential leaders in Nepal today.

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