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Ven. Dr. Siddhartha Maharjan (Bhikshu Nigrodha)

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Ven. Dr. Siddhartha Maharjan (Bhikshu Nigrodha) is a prominent Nepalese Theravāda Buddhist monk, teacher, and leader actively involved in Buddhist education and institutional development in Nepal. He has served as Chairman (President) of the Theravada Buddhist Academy (TBA), an academic organization dedicated to the study and propagation of Theravāda Buddhism and Pāli Buddhist literature. He is also a founder member of TBA and, prior to becoming Chairman, worked as a member secretary since the organization’s establishment.

In addition to his educational leadership, Ven. Bhikshu Nigrodha has been involved in broader Buddhist governance and cultural roles, including serving as Vice-President of the Lumbini Development Trust (LDT), an institution responsible for preserving and promoting Lumbini — the birthplace of the Buddha and a major international Buddhist pilgrimage site. In this capacity, he has participated in Buddhist ceremonies, public events, and inter-religious cultural programs.

As a scholar and practitioner, he contributes to Buddhist discourse and education, including writings and presentations on traditional Buddhism and its challenges in the modern world, demonstrating his engagement with both scholastic and practical aspects of contemporary Buddhism.

Overall, Ven. Dr. Siddhartha Maharjan (Bhikshu Nigrodha) is recognized for his leadership in Buddhist academic institutions, commitment to education, and service in Nepal’s Buddhist cultural and religious communities.