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Kathmandu-3
Kathmandu, Bagmati
Rajunath Pandey is a former Chief of Kathmandu Metropolitan City Police, where he led major enforcement drives against illegal structures and vendors, though faced controversies including suspensions. He resigned in January 2026 to join Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and won the Kathmandu-3 parliamentary seat in the 2082 BS (2026) election with 18,757 votes, defeating Kulman Ghising. Close associate of Mayor Balen Shah, he emphasizes good governance and public trust.
Date of Birth
February 8, 1971
Age
55 years
Profession
Police Officer, Politician
RSP Election Manifesto 2079
RSP uses a unified party manifesto for all candidates
44.8%
18,756
41,916
7,586
Head-to-head result
Winner vs closest opponent in valid votes
Master's degree
Tribhuvan University
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