Laxman Poudel vs. Deepak Raj Bhusal: The Battle For ECAN Leadership 2082
10th January 2026, Kathmandu
The race for the leadership of the Educational Consultancy Association of Nepal (ECAN) has officially intensified as two powerful factions launched their election campaigns this Saturday.
Laxman Poudel vs. Deepak Raj Bhusal
With the ECAN Election 2082 (2026) approaching, the groups led by Laxman Poudel and Deepak Raj Bhusal are battling for the support of member consultancies across the country.
Laxman Poudel Group: “Sashakta ECAN” and Policy Reform
The panel led by Laxman Poudel organized a high-profile “Commitment Assembly” at Alice Reception, Gairidhara. Under the central slogan “Competent Leadership, Empowered ECAN” (सक्षम नेतृत्व, सशक्त इक्यान), Paudel unveiled a vision focused on institutional strengthening and regulatory advocacy.
Key highlights of the Paudel Manifesto:
Institutional Empowerment: Strengthening ECAN’s voice in government policy-making.
Professional Security: Protecting the business interests of Nepalese educational consultants from external and internal threats.
Ethical Standards: Implementing a stricter code of conduct to enhance the reputation of the sector.
Deepak Raj Bhusal Group: Formal Candidate Declaration
Simultaneously, the group led by Deepak Raj Bhusal held its official candidate announcement at the Radisson Hotel, Lazimpat. The event was marked by a formal introduction of their candidate list, followed by an interactive dinner session with voters.
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Key pillars of the Bhusal Campaign:
Innovation & Global Connectivity: Expanding the reach of ECAN members to new international educational hubs.
Member Services: Focusing on digitizing ECAN’s operations and providing better support services to small and medium-sized consultancies.
Collaborative Leadership: Building a more inclusive executive committee that represents diverse business scales within the association.
Why the 2082 ECAN Election Matters
The outcome of this election will significantly impact how thousands of Nepalese students are guided toward international higher education.
As the government prepares new directives for the sector, the winning panel will be responsible for negotiating terms that ensure both student safety and business sustainability.
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