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Nik Gugger
Profile
Nik Gugger is a Swiss politician who has served as a member of the National Council of Switzerland since 2017. Born in India and adopted by a Swiss missionary couple, he is the first member of parliament of Indian descent to serve in the Swiss legislature. Before his national career, he was a member of the Cantonal Council of Zürich and the City Council of Winterthur. A trained mechanic and social worker, Gugger is known for his advocacy in social work and international humanitarian efforts, including fundraising for medical equipment in India.
Details
- Born
- 1970-05-01 · 56 years old
- Birth place
- Udupi, India
- Education
- Apprenticeship as mechanic, social work training
- Career
- Mechanic, youth and social worker
