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James Shrestha

GUEST CONTRIBUTOR

James Shrestha is the chief operating officer at Open Knowledge Nepal, where he works at the intersection of open data, digital rights, and civic technology. With a background in electronics and communication engineering and over four years of experience building data-driven solutions for the public good, Shrestha has led civic-tech initiatives spanning open data platforms, legislative transparency, urban risk mapping, and algorithmic accountability. He is committed to bridging technology and social impact through open knowledge, transparency, and community-centered design.

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