Pushpa Kamal Dahal

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1. When was Pushpa Kamal Dahal born?December 11, 1954
2. Where was Pushpa Kamal Dahal born?Nepal
3. What is Pushpa Kamal Dahal known for?Serving as Prime Minister of Nepal three times: 2008–2009, 2016–2017, and 2022–2024
4. What is the recent role?Leader of the Opposition from July 2024 to September 2025
5. Who is Pushpa Kamal Dahal?Pushpa Kamal Dahal is a Nepalese leader who has served as the country's prime minister three times. He is also known by the nickname Prachanda.
6. How many times has Pushpa Kamal Dahal been prime minister of Nepal?He has been prime minister three times.

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