Sasmit Pokharel

The Reason

Why My Candidacy?

Sasmit Pokharel — Candidate for House of Representatives, Kathmandu-5

Who Am I?

I am 29-year-old Sasmit Pokharel. Born in Kathmandu, Constituency No. 5 — I grew up and studied right here. I have been working closely with the community continuously.

I believe politics is not money but service. I am currently a candidate from Rastriya Swatantra Party for Kathmandu Constituency No. 5 with election symbol 'Bell'.

Age 29 Kathmandu-5 BBM.LLB 🔔

We need to create policies and laws that align with the aspirations and wishes of the people for the prosperity of our nation.

Comprehensive development is only possible through creative people's representatives who keep the desires of the people at the center. Parliament needs citizen-friendly policy-making, establishment of methods and systems, and people's representatives who can lead the country's comprehensive development.

Agenda

My Key Agenda

Ensuring citizen-friendly policy and service delivery for the country's comprehensive development, and establishing institutions of law, method, and system — institutional development is my main agenda.

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Education: Access for All, Quality Improvement & Digital Transformation

Education is not just my priority in the field of attainment — it is also a field where I have worked and delivered results. Spending on education is not an expense but an investment. I am committed to reflecting this understanding in policy and law.

Leading role in improving quality of public schools, teacher capacity development, and student academic growth through policy-making
Initiating national-level policy framework and legislation to expand the successful Digital Classroom, Smart Board & ICT-based Learning model from Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Working day and night to create a policy framework for accessible, entrepreneurial, and technology-friendly education

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Youth, Employment & Digital Economy

Not sending youth abroad, but creating opportunities right here in Nepal.

Promoting Startup-friendly policies and Tech-based Employment
Targeted policies for Freelancers, IT Professionals & Remote Workers
Adopting the Digital Nomad Visa concept
Expanding the successful Skills Fair model from KMC to the national level
Attracting foreign nationals working in IT to Nepal, promoting tourism, increasing foreign currency earnings and employment
Creating policies and laws for contributing to the digital economy through local production conservation and market commercialization

⚽ 03

Sports, Youth & Women Empowerment

Sports is not just entertainment — it is also for prestige, discipline, opportunity, and a healthy life.

Adopting policies to integrate sports into the curriculum from the school level
Creating policies and laws for Sports Scholarships
Ending all forms of discrimination against women — improving economic conditions, creating opportunities, and advancing dignity remains my priority

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Service Delivery, Urban Management & Environment

Quality public service and a well-managed city is another key agenda.

Full Digitalization of services through a hassle-free One-window Service system
Timely rescue, relief, and rehabilitation through disaster risk identification, preparedness, and early warning system development
Prioritizing climate-resilient infrastructure through effective LAPA implementation
Balancing development with environmental conservation through green processes, local participation, and economic prosperity
Commitment to always performing the role of a bridge to solve local problems through local-level surveys and data

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Heritage Conservation & Cultural Identity

Preservation and promotion of cultural heritage and religious sites associated with local communities
Creating economic opportunities through heritage-based tourism promotion
Linking identity, culture, and history with economic opportunity
Digital documentation of Newa culture — historic buildings, jatras, rituals, and traditions
Adopting local technology, skills, and traditional practices in urbanization

Along with these, all matters of public concern will also be my agenda.

Credentials

Qualifications & Experience

📚 Education

BBM.LLB — Kathmandu University

Graduating in Law and Management, gaining deep understanding of the law-making process and its impact on the comprehensive development of the country and citizens' daily lives.

MA in Public Policy, Governance & Anti-Corruption — Tribhuvan University

Currently pursuing a Master's degree to build capacity for results-oriented and citizen-responsive public policy formulation, demonstrating transparency and accountability.

💼 Experience

Over a decade active in alternative politics — working on public policy formulation, implementation, and systemic reform

Played key roles in policy-making, budgeting, program management, and implementation at Kathmandu Metropolitan City for education sector reform

Successfully provided scholarships to disadvantaged, talented students from remote areas over 3 years — benefiting 30,779 students in a single year

Achieved notable improvements in community schools through physical infrastructure development, management reforms, and technology-friendly quality education

Contributed to long-term city planning as Assistant Advertising Expert at KMC's Urban Planning Commission

Active role in provincial law-making as coordinator at the Province Parliament Secretariat, Law Division

Gained deep understanding of the legislative process through training with experts at the Federal Parliament Secretariat

Active participation in various movements for civic awareness and public service reform, taking on leadership and pioneering roles in campaigns and advocacy

The Future

What Kind of Parliament Should Be Next?

Parliament is a place for policy-making, law-making, and establishing systems. The country needs reform — real governance and leadership that keeps the aspirations and desires of the people at the center. That is the parliament we need.

That is why I envision a parliament where energetic, capable, and responsible young MPs engage in deep, independent, and fact-based policy and law-making. I want to create a parliament that can fulfill the aspirations of the people and the expectations of the nation — one based on policy, method, and system.

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And finally, dear voters — people of all ages and walks of life — I am committed to contributing to the building of a prosperous Nepal through experience and the best use of modern technology. I believe not in speeches but in work and results. I wish to be a representative you can trust.

I humbly request you to grant me the opportunity to serve you by casting your precious vote on the Bell symbol.

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