Rajeev Gurung, also known as Deepak Manange, is a notable figure in Nepali politics and crime.
Initially recognized as a gangster, he transitioned into a political career, winning a seat in the Gandaki Provincial Assembly in 2017 from the Manang (B) constituency. His political journey continued with his appointment as the Minister of Sports in April 2021.
He was the minister of physical and infrastructure and transport before repositioning. Through many sources, it was found that he was unhappy with the reshuffling.
He was appointed sports minister for the provincial government on 29 April 2021, in an effort by the ruling CPN-UML to secure support for chief minister Prithivi Subba Gurung’s government, amid political turmoil in the aftermath of the 2020–21 dissolution and reinstatement of the Parliament of Nepal.
On Monday, he sent his resignation letter along with his personal secretary, Santosh Adhikari to the Chief Minister Mr. Surendra Raj Panday.
Chief Minister Surendra Raj Panday approved the resignation letter according to the office of chief minister and council of ministers.
Gurung sent his resignation to Chief Minister Surendra Raj Pandey through his personal secretary after Chief Minister Pandey appointed four ministers from CPN-UML and reshuffled his Cabinet on Monday.
