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Mahabir Pun

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Independent

Myagdi-1

Independent

Direct seat

Elected

Mahabir Pun

IndependentMyagdi-1Updated Mar 22, 2026, 3:42 AM

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

Province

Gandaki

Votes

22,850

Vote share

52.9%

Representation overview

Seat type

Direct seat

Constituency

Myagdi-1

Party

Independent

Province

Gandaki

District

Myagdi

Status

Elected

Votes

22,850

Vote share

52.9%

Constituency total votes

43,160

Source records

6

Public record

Profile

Age

71

Gender

Male

Date of birth (B.S.)

2011-10-05

Residence

Chitwan Rapti Municipality Khurkhare

Citizenship district

Chitwan

Spouse

Omaya parts re

Education

Master Degree

University

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; University of Nebraska system; Amrit Science College; University of Nebraska at Kearney

Institution

University of Nebraska Corney, USA

Past professions

1. Teacher 13 years 2. 32 years of social service

Additional public details

Giving high priority to science and technology, innovation, research and invention to improve the country's economy

Sources

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