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Mahabir Pun

Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation

Independent · Myagdi-1

Mahabir Pun
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Mahabir Pun represents Myagdi-1 in the House of Representatives for Independent, after winning the seat in Nepal's 2026 general election. Mahabir Pun (born 22 January 1955) is a Nepalese politician, researcher, social entrepreneur, and an activist. He has served as the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation since 9 June 2026. A member of the House of Representatives representing Myagdi-1 constituency, he is the only independent candidate to win a seat in the 2026 general election. He previously served as the Minister of Education, Science and Technology in the interim government formed after 2025 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.

Also known as: Mahavir Pun

Open constituency

Seat summary

Party
Independent
Seat type
Direct seat
Constituency
Myagdi-1
Province
Gandaki
District
Myagdi
Status
Elected
Role
Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation
Appointed on
June 9, 2026
Ministry portfolio
Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
Votes
22,850
Vote share
52.9%
Constituency total votes
43,160

News mentions

These stories explicitly name this MP in the title or summary and link to the original publisher. When a verified translation is unavailable, the source-language text is retained.

Onlinekhabar English

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Minister Pun: Work underway to free NAST from political interference

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Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Mahabir Pun said work is underway to replace the existing law governing the Nepal Academy of Science and Kathmandu, September 13 Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Mahabir Pun said work is underway to replace the existing law governing the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) to free the institution from political interference and grant it…

Khabarhub English

Mahabir Pun vows to complete plans within three years

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KATHMANDU: Newly appointed Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Mahabir Pun has said he will not remain in office for five years, claiming he can accomplish his plans within three years through dedicated work.

Republica

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Sudan Gurung, Mahabir Pun sworn in as ministers

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Prime Minister Balen Shah has reappointed Gurung as Home Minister, while independent MP Mahabir Pun has been given charge of the newly created Ministry of Innovation. Sudan Gurung, Mahabir Pun sworn in as ministers

Background and experience

Education history

Master Degree

Institution
University of Nebraska Corney, USA

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

Other details

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

Personal details

Seat details come from official records. Background, affiliations, links, and cabinet roles may also use Federal Parliament pages, cabinet listings, and other public sources. Some English summaries are translated from the Nepali source linked on the page.

Age
56
Gender
Male
Date of birth (B.S.)
2011-10-05
Residence
Chitwan Rapti Municipality Khurkhare
Citizenship district
Chitwan
Spouse
Omaya parts re

Sources

Sources checked Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM

Wikidata entityWikidataAccessed Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM (opens in a new tab)Federal Parliament member profileFederal Parliament SecretariatAccessed Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM (opens in a new tab)Wikipedia profile (Nepali)WikipediaAccessed Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM (opens in a new tab)Wikipedia profile (English)WikipediaAccessed Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM (opens in a new tab)Election Commission of Nepal candidate result recordElection Commission of NepalAccessed Jul 12, 2026, 3:08 PM (opens in a new tab)Nepse Bajar candidate profileNepse BajarAccessed Jul 12, 2026, 3:08 PM (opens in a new tab)HamroNeta candidate profile, 2082HamroNetaAccessed Apr 4, 2026, 4:15 AM (opens in a new tab)HamroNeta candidate directory, 2082HamroNetaAccessed Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM (opens in a new tab)Federal Parliament active member directory, 2082Federal Parliament SecretariatAccessed Jul 13, 2026, 5:52 AM (opens in a new tab)