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Jagdish Kharel
Rastriya Swatantra Party•Dolakha-1•Updated May 24, 2026, 7:00 AM
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Jagadish Kharel
Summary
Jagdish Kharel is a Nepalese politician and House of Representatives member for Rastriya Swatantra Party, elected from Dolakha-1 in Nepal's 2026 general election. Jagdish Kharel (born 6 August 1982) is a Nepalese politician, former media professional and government official who has served as a journalist for 16 years in the Nepali media landscape. He served as the Minister of Information and Communication Technology in the interim government of Sushila Karki. On 21 September 2025, Prime Minister Karki recommended Kharel to the ministerial role amid widespread Gen Z–led protests calling for greater transparency, digital inclusion, and systemic reform. He was sworn in on 22 September 2025. Over the years, Kharel has earned recognition for his fearless journalism, compelling interviews, and deep commitment to public service. With his transition from media to governance, he has expressed a goal of upholding media freedom while strengthening institutional frameworks. His initial priorities include accelerating the nationwide 5G rollout and enhancing capacity-building programs for local media outlets.
Constituency
Dolakha-1
District
Dolakha
Votes
32,376
Vote share
40.6%
Source records
6
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Background and experience
Education history
Tribhuvan University
Institution
Tribhuvan University
Country
Nepal
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journalist
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