When was Daman Nath Dhungana born?

Daman Nath Dhungana was born on 1941.

What positions has Daman Nath Dhungana held?

Positions held by Daman Nath Dhungana include: Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nepal (1991–1994).

Daman Nath Dhungana

दमननाथ ढुंगाना

Nepali politician and peace negotiator

Daman Nath Dhungana was a Nepali politician who was the Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1991 to 1994. He played an instrumental role during the Nepal peace process between 2003 and 2009. His role as the first house speaker after the establishment of constitutional monarchy, in 1990, is considered exemplary. He returned to active politics in 2017 after a gap of 23 years. He was known for his vocal criticisms of the conduct of parliamentarians, including House Speaker and committee chairs, for what he considered, breaks from proper procedures and best practices.

Quick facts

Born: 1941 wd
Died: 17 November 2024 wd
Place of death: Frontline Hospital wd
Citizenship: Nepal wd
Occupation: politician, lawyer wd

Public office

Speaker of the House of Representatives (1 May 1991 – 1 August 1994)

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Positions held wd

Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nepal (1991–1994)

Questions

When was Daman Nath Dhungana born?: Daman Nath Dhungana was born on 1941.
What positions has Daman Nath Dhungana held?: Positions held by Daman Nath Dhungana include: Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nepal (1991–1994).

Sources

Last updated 12 October 2026 · facts checked 21 October 2026

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