Pushpa Kamal Dahal
2 / 2 Pushpa Kamal Dahal , commonly known as Prachanda, is a prominent Nepalese politician. Here are some key details about him: Early Life and Background: Pushpa Kamal Dahal was born on December 11, 1954, in Dhikur Pokhari, Kaski District, Nepal. He hails from a middle-class Brahmin family. Political Career: Dahal is best known as the leader of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) and a key figure in the Nepalese civil war. He led the Maoist insurgency against the government of Nepal from 1996 to 2006. The conflict resulted in significant political and social changes in Nepal. Prime Ministerial Tenure: Dahal served as the Prime Minister of Nepal twice. His first term was from August 2008 to May 2009. His second term began in August 2016 and ended in February 2018. Peace Process and Constituent Assembly: During his first term as Prime Minister, Dahal played a crucial role in the peace process that followed the civil war. He oversaw the disarmament of the Maoist combatants and t...