Biography

Manish Jha

Member of Federal Parliament

Manish Jha is a Nepalese politician from the Rastriya Swatantra Party and a Member of the Federal Parliament, elected through proportional representation under the Madheshi category. Known for his intellectual, charismatic, and action-oriented persona, he is committed to social justice and making a tangible impact through politics. A firm believer in lifelong learning, he holds Master’s Degrees in Service Marketing, Political Science, and Maithili Literature, and regularly participates in global short courses. He founded Facts Research and Analytics (FACTS NEPAL), promoting a data-driven culture in the country. Beyond politics, he has held key roles such as vice president of the Nepal Hockey Association, president of the Nepal-US Alumni Network, and board member of the Nepal Management Association. He also played leadership roles in national tourism campaigns and actively promotes Maithili culture and literature through the Janakpur Literature Festival.

Academic Involvement

School Leaving Certificate

Manish Jha completed his School Leaving Certificate (SLC) from Janaki High School in Janakpur, laying the foundation for his academic and civic journey

Intermediate

Manish Jha pursued his Intermediate studies at RRM College, Janakpur, where he began engaging with social and political thought.

Bachelor of Business Administration
 

Manish Jha earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from SANN International College. This academic experience equipped him with critical insights into leadership, management,

Executive MBA

Manish Jha completed his Executive MBA from Hope International College, enhancing his strategic thinking and leadership capabilities.

MA in Political Science

Manish Jha holds a Master’s degree in Political Science from Tribhuvan University, where he deepened his understanding of political theory, governance, and democratic institutions

MA in Maithali Literature
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Manish Jha earned a Master’s degree in Maithili Literature from Tribhuvan University at RRM Campus, Janakpur. His deep engagement with Maithili culture and language reflects his commitment to preserving regional identity and promoting cultural inclusion in national discourse.

Short Courses

Manish Jha has enriched his leadership journey through international short courses, including Entrepreneurship at the University of Oklahoma (2014), Campaign Management at the IAF in Germany (2014), and Human Resource Management at AOTS, Osaka, Japan (2015). These global learning experiences have strengthened his strategic, organizational, and grassroots mobilization skills.

Professional and Social Involvement

President, Hridaya group

Manish Jha has previously served as the President of Hridaya Group, where he led initiatives focused on social justice, youth empowerment, and community development.

eBusiness Solutions Pvt. Ltd

From 2006 to 2008, Manish Jha was associated with eBusiness Solutions Pvt. Ltd., where he contributed to advancing digital and business solutions.

Client Service Officer , JWT Thompson Nepal

From 2008 to 2009, Manish Jha worked as a Client Service Officer at JWT Thompson Nepal, where he gained valuable experience in strategic communication, branding, and stakeholder engagement

Director, Samriddhi Foundation

From 2009 to 2013, Manish Jha served as a Director at Samriddhi Foundation under the LEAD International Fellowship Program.

CEO, Facts Nepal

Manish Jha has been serving as the CEO of FACTS Nepal since 2012, leading the organization in delivering data-driven insights, public opinion research, and evidence-based policy analysis.

Member of Parliament

Manish Jha is affiliated with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), which he joined in 2022 A.D. He was elected as a Member of Parliament (Pratinidhi Sabha) in the same year and officially assumed office on 22 December 2022.