Padam Bhandari

Padam Lal Bhandari is a Nepali development professional with over three decades of experience in agribusiness, agricultural policy reform, market systems development and institutional capacity strengthening. He currently serves as Senior Advisor at Swisscontact in Nepal. He also served as Adjunct Faculty at the Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur. Mr. Bhandari is widely recognized for his contributions to inclusive rural development and his thought leadership through media and public discourse.

Padam Lal Bhandari is a Nepali development professional with over three decades of experience in agribusiness, agricultural policy reform, market systems development and institutional capacity strengthening. He currently serves as Senior Advisor at Swisscontact in Nepal. He also served as Adjunct Faculty at the Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur. Mr. Bhandari is widely recognized for his contributions to inclusive rural development and his thought leadership through media and public discourse. Proven track record in designing and implementing institutional frameworks, developing regulatory systems, and working with national and sub-national governments. Expertise in managing multilateral donor-funded projects (World Bank, ADB, USAID, AusAID, IFAD, SDC, SNV), especially in community development, infrastructure, agriculture and health sectors. Strong international exposure with study visits and learning exchanges. 

Masters in Business Administration