Доктор Ман Бахадур Хатри

Dr. Man Bahadur Khatri, known colloquially as 'Sagar' in literary works, is a distinguished academic, researcher, and literary figure from Nepal who currently serves as a Faculty Member (Assistant Professor) in the English Department at Sanothimi Campus, Tribhuvan University. He was born on December 11, 1980, in the Galkot-5 region of Baglung, Nepal. Dr. Khatri has dedicated his life to the pursuit of excellence in education, leadership, and research. His professional journey is defined by a commitment to his core life goals: to be a good teacher, a visionary leader, and a dedicated researcher in English Language Education.

Dr. Khatri has an extensive academic background and has steadily built expertise in English language teaching and educational leadership. He completed his 'PhD in English Language and Leadership' from the Faculty of Education at Tribhuvan University in 2023. His doctoral thesis, titled "A Journey from English Language Teachers to Leadership Positions: Experiences of Vice-Chancellors," reflects his deep interest in how educators transition into high-level administrative roles.

Before his doctorate, he earned an M.Phil. in Educational Leadership from Kathmandu University in 2012, where he focused on critical management areas such as organizational behavior, human resource management, and finance. He did his thesis on 'Teacher's Personality and its effect on Students' Learning'. His foundational higher education includes a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in English Education (ELT) earned in 2005 and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in English and Non-formal Education in 2003, both from Tribhuvan University. His early schooling took place in his home district of Baglung, where he completed his SLC at Shree Prithivi Secondary School and his Intermediate in Education at Galkot Higher Secondary School.

Professional Roles and Working Fields

In his professional capacity at Sanothimi Campus, Dr. Khatri has been a 'Thesis Supervisor' for Master of Education (M.Ed.) students since January 2010, guiding the next generation of academic researchers. His work extends beyond the classroom into several specialized fields, including:

School Administration and Leadership.

Teacher Development and Training, specifically in English Language Teaching (ELT).

Children’s Education and Mentoring.

Research and Development.

Dr. Khatri is also an active member of the professional community, holding membership (No. 1197) in the Nepal English Language

Teachers' Association (NELTA).

Contributions to Research and Development

The sources highlight Dr. Khatri as a prolific researcher with significant field experience. He has collaborated with various national and international organizations to conduct impactful studies. Notable research assignments include:

Field Researcher for the Training Institute for Technical Instruction (TITI) and the Ministry of Education, where he contributed to the preliminary study of the School Sector Reform Plan (SSRP) in 2009.

Evaluating the effectiveness of Vocational Education for Kathmandu University in Dadeldhura.

Conducting field research for Save the Children in 2013 to examine educational programs (AEP and RtF) in the Baglung district.

Serving as a Research Data Analyst for Global Action Nepal (GAN) and a translator for Room to Read, Nepal.

Working as a principal researcher in the research 'ELT and Leadership Journey of a Dalit Head Teacher in Nepal: A Case Study' conducted by RCM Sanothimi Campus, Bhaktapur (2026)

Literary and Scholarly Publications

Dr. Khatri is a versatile writer who bridges the gap between academic scholarship and creative literature. He has authored several books in Nepali, ranging from novels to biographies and poetry:

Novels: Puspa (2013), Ashmee (2016), and Paaru (2024).

Biography: Bal Bahadur: The Living War Prisoner of the Second World War (2020).

Poetry: A collection titled Kha, published in 2025 (2082 BS).

His scholarly output is equally robust, with numerous articles published in national and international journals. His research topics are diverse, covering English Language Teaching (ELT), leadership, and social issues. Significant papers include:

"ELT and Entrepreneurship: Motivating Learners to Create Their Own Opportunities" (2025).

"Teaching English Language to the Preschoolers" (2025).

"Left-Behind Elderly Mothers in Nepal: Six Case Studies" (2024), published in the Sophia Journal of Asian, African, and Middle Eastern Studies in Tokyo.

"Application of Hermeneutic Phenomenology in Thesis Writing" (2022).

"Education Leadership in 21st Century" (2011).

International Exposure and Professional Development

Dr. Khatri has consistently sought to expand his horizons through international engagement and continuous learning. In late 2023, he visited several prestigious institutions in Japan, including Sophia University, Teikyo University,