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Nepal Elects Dol Prasad Aryal as House Speaker in Unanimous Vote

Dol Prasad Aryal of the Rastriya Swatantra Party has been unanimously elected as the Speaker of Nepal's House of Representatives. He was the sole nominee for the position, making him the 10th speaker of the lower house and the first non-communist to hold the role in nearly two decades. Aryal's candidacy was formally backed by his party's leadership and several ministers. His journey to the prestigious post is notable, having started as a restaurant labourer before entering politics and rising to become a key party figure and former minister.

Key Points: Dol Prasad Aryal Elected Nepal House Speaker Unopposed

  • Elected unanimously as sole nominee
  • First non-communist speaker in 18 years
  • Backed by RSP chair Rabi Lamichhane
  • Former Labour Minister and party vice president
  • Rose from labourer to top constitutional post
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Nepal's House of Representatives unanimously elect DP Aryal as house speaker

Rastriya Swatantra Party's Dol Prasad Aryal unanimously elected as the 10th Speaker of Nepal's House of Representatives.

"I hereby declare that the Honourable Dol Prasad Aryal has been elected unopposed to the office of Speaker - Arjun Narsingha KC"

Kathmandu, April 5

Rastriya Swatantra Party Vice President Dol Prasad Aryal has been elected as the house speaker unanimously.

A formal announcement of Aryal being elected to the post was made on Sunday morning's parliamentary meeting after he emerged as the sole nominee for the post.

"Pursuant to Rule 89 of the House of Representatives Rule 7's sub-rule 3, I hereby declare that the Honourable Dol Prasad Aryal has been elected unopposed to the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives," senior-most member Arjun Narsingha KC announced.

Aryal's candidacy, filed on Friday, was backed by RSP chair Rabi Lamichhane and supported by ministers Swarnim Wagle, Sobita Gautam and Sunil Lamsal.

Aryal, who was elected from Kathmandu-9 in the 2026 general elections, becomes the 10th Speaker of the lower house and the first non-communist to hold the position in 18 years.

He was born in Maidi, Dhading, in 1974. In 1992, he came to Kathmandu in search of work and began his journey as a labourer in a restaurant. Over time, his career progressed as he became a tourist guide.

He later lived in Japan for work and studies, gaining valuable experience both in Nepal and abroad. Aryal's interests have spanned education, tourism, and business. When the RSP was formed in 2079 BS, he became active in politics.

Within three and a half years of becoming a founding central member of the RSP, Aryal was elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, a position considered the fourth highest in the state.

He has also served as the Acting Chair of the party while holding the post of vice president, taking on the responsibility during a period of party crisis as assigned by Chair Rabi Lamichhane. Previously, Aryal served twice as Minister of Labour, Employment, and Social Security.

Known as a calm and composed leader within the RSP, Aryal has won two consecutive elections from Kathmandu-9 with overwhelming support. Having served as Vice Chair of a party with nearly a two-thirds majority, he now holds the impartial and prestigious role of Speaker of Parliament.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see a non-communist speaker after 18 years. Hope this brings some fresh perspective and stability to Nepal's parliament. A stable and prosperous Nepal is good for the entire region, including India. Our ties are historic and cultural.
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Arjun K
His experience as Labour Minister and his own journey from a labourer should help him understand ground realities. Hope he uses this position to work for the common people and not just play politics. The unanimous election is a positive sign.
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Sarah B
While his personal story is commendable, I hope his political actions match the rhetoric. Being "calm and composed" is good, but the Speaker's role requires firmness and impartiality to manage a diverse house. The real test begins now.
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Karthik V
Interesting to note his time in Japan. Exposure to different governance systems can be an asset. Hope he fosters productive debates and strengthens democratic institutions. Nepal's progress is important for South Asia.
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Nisha Z
Wishing Speaker Aryal all success. A strong and functional parliament in our neighbouring country is always welcome. May he uphold the dignity of the chair and work for Nepal's development. 🙏

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