Asheem Man Singh Basnyat, Managing Director of Pathao Nepal, has formally become a candidate for the House of Representatives from Kathmandu Constituency No. 1. He is contesting the election as an independent candidate and has received the “Triangle” election symbol from the Election Commission.
Candidacy Confirmed
Asheem Man Singh Basnyat, the Managing Director of Pathao Nepal – the platform that helped bring ride-sharing into mainstream use in Nepal – is now officially a candidate in the upcoming House of Representatives election from Kathmandu Constituency No. 1.
He had earlier shared his political plans through a video message on Facebook. In a conversation with Bajarko Chirfar, Basnyat said he entered the race with the aim of taking responsibility rather than pursuing politics as a profession.
“I have struggled to build something while staying in Nepal as an entrepreneur. I have created employment and closely experienced failure, pressure, and responsibility,” Basnyat said. “That experience made one thing clear – if the system is not supportive, even capable people face an uncertain future. I am not here to do politics; I am here to take responsibility.”
Independent Status and Election Symbol
Basnyat is running as an independent candidate. The Election Commission has allotted him the official election symbol “Triangle.”
Key Agendas
Basnyat has outlined three major priorities as part of his election agenda:
1. Entrepreneurship and Startup Support
He said his priority is to create an environment where young people can pursue their ambitions in Nepal and turn their ideas into reality through entrepreneurship and innovation.
2. Accountability and Good Governance
“Those who work must be answerable, and those who make decisions must take responsibility. That is the foundation of good governance,” Basnyat stated.
3. Bridging Experience and Youth
He aims to strengthen dialogue, mentorship, and collaboration between experienced generations and youth to help build a more united society.
Role in Pathao Nepal
Pathao, widely recognized as a leading ride-sharing platform in Nepal, has progressed under Basnyat’s leadership since its early days. The company has contributed to easing urban transportation challenges through digital solutions.
Pathao launched its bike ride-sharing service in September 2018 and has since expanded operations to all seven provinces of Nepal.
In addition to ride-sharing, Pathao now provides taxi and auto services, as well as courier, food delivery, and grocery delivery services. Through the gig economy, the platform has connected more than two lakh individuals across Nepal with income-generating opportunities.
This article was originally published on https://bajarkochirfar.com. Translated with the help of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
