Dol Prasad Aryal (DP Aryal) Biography and Facts

Dol Prasad Aryal (DP Aryal) Biography 

Dol Prasad Aryal, popularly known as DP Aryal, is a well-known Nepalese politician and the Vice-Chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). He has been recently elected as the Speaker of the House of Representatives, with his term starting on April 6, 2026. Aryal is recognized for his active role in politics and his leadership within the RSP. Before politics, he was involved in the gold and diamond business.

Facts of DP Aryal

• Born in Maidi, Dhading district, Nepal, he is 51 years old (as of 2026).
• Married to Aambika KC; his parents are Booj Raj (father) and Guna Maya (mother).
• Founding member and Vice-Chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).
• Elected as Speaker-Designate of the House of Representatives unopposed, starting April 2026.
• Elected as Member of Parliament from Kathmandu Constituency No. 9 in 2026 with 35,093 votes; previously served as a Proportional Representative (PR) member from the Khas people category (2022–2025).
• Served twice as Minister for Labour, Employment, and Social Security: first in early 2023 for 19 days, then from March to July 2024 under the Dahal-led government.
• Acted as Chairman of the RSP multiple times when party president Rabi Lamichhane faced legal challenges or suspensions.
• Known for his wealth, particularly his gold and diamond holdings: 150 tola of gold, 10 tola of diamonds, and a house in Kathmandu valued at around Rs 30 million (as of 2024).