Premhari Mainali Elected Nepal Distributors Association President
30th August 2025, Kathmandu
The Nepal Distributors Association (NDA) has a new leader at its helm. In a move that signals a unified vision for the future, Premhari Mainali was unanimously elected as the President during the association’s 24th General Assembly.
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The election, held on Saturday, saw a new executive committee formed to support Mainali’s leadership.
Leading a New Executive Committee
The new executive committee, elected under Mainali’s leadership, includes a mix of experienced and new members poised to tackle the challenges facing the distribution sector. The key members of the new team are:
Senior Vice President: Nawaraj Dahal
Vice President: Keshav Prasad Mainali
General Secretary: Ganesh Prasad Timilsina
Secretary: Ashok Kumar Kandel
Treasurer: Dinesh Mani Risal
Joint Treasurer: Ramesh Prajapati
The committee also includes 15 other elected members and outgoing President Ramhari Ghimire, who will serve as an ex-officio member.
A Commitment to Resolving Key Issues
In his first address as president, Premhari Mainali highlighted his commitment to addressing the pressing issues facing distributors. He expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and promised to work tirelessly with his new team. Mainali’s immediate priorities include:
Traffic Congestion: Streamlining logistics and addressing transportation bottlenecks that impact the timely delivery of goods.
Credit-Related Challenges: Working to resolve financial and credit issues that hinder distributors’ operations and growth.
Policy-Level Issues: Advocating for policies that better support the distribution sector and recognize its critical role in the national economy.
Driving Nepal’s Economic Engine
Mainali underscored the vital function of distributors in the national economy. As the crucial link between producers (both local and international) and consumers, the distribution sector ensures that goods reach every corner of the market. Mainali emphasized that a strong distribution network is essential for a healthy and active economy.
“Imported and locally produced consumer goods reach the market through distributors, helping to keep the economy active,” Mainali stated. “It is necessary for the state to also give priority to this sector.”
With the new leadership in place, the Nepal Distributors Association is set to focus on its core mission: advocating for the welfare of its members and ensuring the smooth flow of goods across the country, all while striving for greater recognition of the sector’s economic importance.
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