Master Degree
Institution
University of Nebraska Corney, USA
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Nepse Bajar candidate profileDirect seat
Elected
Mahabir Pun
Independent•Myagdi-1•Updated May 24, 2026, 7:00 AM
Also known as
Mahavir Pun
Summary
Mahabir Pun is a Nepalese politician and House of Representatives member for Independent, elected from Myagdi-1 in Nepal's 2026 general election. Mahabir Pun (pronounced [maːbir pun]; born 22 January 1955) is a Nepalese scientist, politician, researcher, teacher, social entrepreneur and an activist who served as the Minister of Education, Science and Technology in the interim government after anti-government Gen Z protests. Pun is known for his work in applying wireless technologies to develop remote areas of the Himalayas, also known as the Nepal Wireless Networking Project. He is a widely known figure in Nepal, and his work has been recognised by the Ashoka Foundation, the Ramon Magsaysay Foundation, University of Nebraska at Kearney, and Global Ideas Bank.
Constituency
Myagdi-1
District
Myagdi
Votes
22,850
Vote share
52.9%
Source records
6
Profile overview
Background and experience
Education history
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Institution
University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Country
United States
University of Nebraska system
Institution
University of Nebraska system
Country
United States
Amrit Science College
Institution
Amrit Science College
Country
Nepal
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Institution
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Country
United States
Professional history
1. Teacher 13 years 2. 32 years of social service
teacher
Additional public details
Giving high priority to science and technology, innovation, research and invention to improve the country's economy
Profile overview
Related news
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Republica
Read articleUpdated Jun 15, 2026, 12:04 PM
Minister Pun stresses on strengthening National Forensic Lab
In today's meeting of the Education, Health and Information Technology Committee under the House of Representatives, during the discussion with experts regarding the 'National Forensic Science Laborat... Minister Pun stresses on strengthening National Forensic Lab In today's meeting of the Education, Health and Information Technology Committee under the House of Representatives, during the discussion with experts re…
Khabarhub English
Read articlePublished Jun 15, 2026, 11:45 AM
Govt prioritizes strengthening of National Forensic Science Laboratory: Minister Pun
KATHMANDU: Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Mahabir Pun has said that the government has prioritized the strengthening and expansion of the National Forensic Science Laboratory.
Republica
Read articleUpdated Jun 12, 2026, 2:17 PM
Minister Pun urges to allocate one percent of capital budget for innovation
Minister Pun called for the province and local governments to formulate a budget keeping in mind earmarking one percent of their capital budget received as grants on science and innovation for the sec... Minister Pun urges to allocate one percent of capital budget for innovation Minister Pun called for the province and local governments to formulate a budget keeping in mind earmarking one percent of their capital bu…
Khabarhub English
Read articlePublished Jun 10, 2026, 12:15 PM
Gyanendra Shahi demands PM Shah’s clarification over controversial remarks
KATHMANDU: Rastriya Prajatantra Party lawmaker Gyanendra Shahi has strongly objected in Parliament to the controversial remarks made by Prime Minister Balen Shah, demanding that the Prime Minister himself provide a clear and satisfactory explanation to the Ho…
Khabarhub English
Read articlePublished Jun 10, 2026, 9:49 AM
Harka Sampang says opposition can accept PM’s written response read by another minister
KATHMANDU: Shram Sankriti Party Chair Harka Sampang has said the opposition would accept a written response from Prime Minister Balen Shah if it is formally signed and submitted to the House of Representatives, even if it is read out by another minister.
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Representation details come from official records. Education, background, affiliations, official-profile links, and current cabinet roles may also be supported by Federal Parliament Secretariat pages, cabinet listings, and other public publications. When no strong English biography is available, an English summary may be translated from a Nepali public profile that is linked in sources.
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