FCAN President Nicholas Pandey Wins Landmark Election: Full Results & Vision
3rd April 2026, Kathmandu
In a high-stakes election that signaled a shift toward youthful leadership in Nepal’s infrastructure sector, Nicholas Pandey has been elected as the President of the Federation of Contractors’ Associations of Nepal (FCAN).
FCAN President Nicholas Pandey
The results, announced by the FCAN Election Committee following the 13th Convention in Kathmandu, confirm Pandey’s victory over his closest rival, Ang Dorjee (AD) Lama.
Key Results of the FCAN Election 2026
The election saw a competitive turnout as contractors from across the country gathered to vote for a new executive committee. FCAN President Nicholas Pandey secured the win with 514 votes, while his opponent, AD Lama, finished with 413 votes.
The new leadership team also includes:
Senior Vice President: Ramji Pant (474 votes)
General Secretary: Shivahari Ghimire (527 votes)
Interestingly, the General Secretary position was won by Shivahari Ghimire, who ran from the rival panel, indicating a “mixed board” that will require collaborative governance to address the industry’s pressing issues.
Who is Nicholas Pandey?
The election of FCAN President Nicholas Pandey brings a mix of corporate experience and academic rigor to the federation. Before taking the helm of FCAN, Pandey established himself as a prominent figure in Nepal’s construction landscape.
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Professional Background: He serves as the Executive Director of Kalika Construction Pvt. Ltd., one of Nepal’s largest and most successful construction firms.
Education: He holds an MBA from Copenhagen Business School (CBS), providing him with a global perspective on management and strategic growth.
Previous Leadership: Pandey is a former President of the Nepalese Young Entrepreneurs’ Forum (NYEF) and the founding President of the Youth Community for Nepalese Contractors (YCNC).
The Road Ahead: Pandey’s Vision for FCAN
With his victory, FCAN President Nicholas Pandey has pledged to modernize the federation and tackle the structural bottlenecks facing Nepalese contractors. His primary focus areas include:
1. Reform of the Public Procurement Act
Pandey has been a vocal advocate for repealing restrictive clauses in the Public Procurement Act that often hinder the progress of local contractors and delay national infrastructure projects.
2. Empowering Youth in Construction
Leveraging his background with YCNC, Pandey aims to bring “youth energy” into the federation, encouraging innovation and the adoption of new technologies in bridge building, road construction, and hydropower projects.
3. Resolving Payment Delays
One of the most critical issues facing the industry is the backlog of government payments to contractors. The new president is expected to lead high-level negotiations with the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport to ensure financial stability for construction firms.
Conclusion
The election of FCAN President Nicholas Pandey marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Federation of Contractors’ Associations of Nepal. As the country looks toward massive infrastructure development in 2026 and beyond, the industry will be watching closely to see how Pandey’s “Youth and Change” platform translates into policy reform and tangible growth for the construction sector.
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