Kathmandu: Prof Dr Achyut Prasad Wagle has been appointed the Vice Chancellor of Kathmandu University (KU). Prime Minister and Chancellor of the University, KP Sharma Oli, appointed Dr Wagle to the post on Monday as per Clause 13 (4) of the KU Act, 2048.
According to National News Agency Nepal, the government had formed a three-member search committee for the recommendation of the Vice Chancellor at the university. Born in Kavre district in 2025 BS, Prof Dr Wagle was previously the Acting Vice Chancellor and Registrar of KU.
Prior to his appointment, Dr Wagle served as an Assistant Dean of the School of Management and an Adjunct Professor at Kathmandu University. He holds a PhD in Economics from the Indian Institute of Technology in India, an MA from Tribhuvan University in Nepal, and an MSc from the University of Birmingham in the UK.
In addition to his academic roles, Dr Wagle is a columnist for national media outlets and has previously worked as an advisor to the Prime Minister and the central bank. His extensive experience spans the areas of business, environment, regional economy, fiscal federalism, and entrepreneurship.