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नीतिमा भण्डारी (कार्की)
Sarlahi-1
Sarlahi, Madhesh
Nitima Bhandari Karki is the founder and managing director of Bajeko Masala spices company and a director at Bajeko Sekuwa restaurant chain, transitioning from a successful business career in Nepal's food industry to politics. She contested and won the Sarlahi-1 constituency for Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) in the 2026 Nepal general election (2082 BS), defeating the Nepali Congress candidate by 36,310 votes with 44,181 votes. Residing in Kathmandu, she represents her birthplace Sarlahi in the House of Representatives.
Age
43 years
Profession
Politician
RSP Election Manifesto 2079
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62.2%
44,181
71,004
36,310
Head-to-head result
Winner vs closest opponent in valid votes
Bachelor's level
Old Street College Euston, UK, UK
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