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Cabinet minister
Khadak Raj Paudel
Rastriya Swatantra Party•Kaski-1•Minister of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation•Updated May 24, 2026, 7:00 AM
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Khadak Raj Poudel
Summary
Ganesh Poudel is an established young writer, social activist and a strong voice of alternative politics from Pokhara. He started a rebellion against party corruption through 'Ateri Abhiyan'. He entered the Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RASWPA) through collaboration with Balendra Shah's team and is currently in charge of the central member of the party. He became a candidate from Kaski-1 in the recent House of Representatives elections (2082) and dedicated his campaign to the wounded and martyrs of the 'Jenji' movement. Paudel, who carries the agenda of good governance and change is considered very popular among young and intelligent voters.
Ministerial appointment
Minister of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation
Appointed on
March 27, 2026
Ministry portfolio
Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation
Constituency
Kaski-1
District
Kaski
Votes
39,883
Vote share
59.2%
Source records
7
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Read articleUpdated May 26, 2026, 8:01 AM
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