Ignacio Dülger

Ignacio Dülger
Counselor of the Santiago Metropolitan Region
Assumed office
6 December 2024
Personal details
Born (1993-03-28) 28 March 1993
PartyRepublican Party
Alma materUniversity of the Andes
(LL.B)
OccupationLawyer
NicknameThe Chilean Pavarotti[1]

Ignacio Andrés Dülger Castillo is a Chilean lawyer and politician, member of the Republican Party of Chile. Since 2025, he serves as a regional councilor for the Santiago Metropolitan Region.[2]

Dülger studied law in Chile, obtaining his professional degree as a lawyer. From the early stages of his public activity, he was linked to the political sphere, serving in roles related to territorial organization and legislative advisory work within José Antonio Kast's Republican Party.[3]

Within his political profile, Dülger has defined himself as a defender of the rule of law, public security, economic freedom, and the family as the fundamental nucleus of society, in line with the principles of his party.[3]

Biography

In 2017 and 2021, he actively participated in José Antonio Kast's presidential campaigns, taking on responsibilities in field coordination and team organization.[3] At the same time, he worked as a lawyer for the Municipal Corporation of La Reina, in addition to holding administrative coordination positions in local management contexts.

During the 2023 Chilean Constitutional Council election, he ran as a candidate for the constitutional process representing the Metropolitan Region, where he obtained 1.7% of the votes. Although he was not elected, he later joined the advisory team of councilor Héctor Urban, standing out for his role in internal coordination within the Republican caucus.[4]

In the 2024 elections, he was elected regional councilor (CORE) for Santiago IV constituency, securing over 10% of the votes on his list. His work has focused on issues of regional governance, oversight, and institutional strengthening.

In 2025, he gained prominence in public debates regarding the possible removal of Governor Claudio Orrego, emphasizing the importance of respecting institutional frameworks and the control mechanisms established by law.[5][6]

Dülger gained increased public attention after appearing on the Chilean political debate show Sin filtros. His participation in the program highlighted his direct style, which resonated with audiences and contributed to his growing recognition in the media.[7][8]

References

  1. ^ "Capítulo 97 / Temporada 5 (16:34)". Sin filtros. 30 July 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  2. ^ "Dülger confirma que promoverán la destitución del Gobernador Orrego por faltas a la probidad". Diario Republicano. 30 June 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  3. ^ a b c "En cuatro preguntas: Ignacio Dülger, candidato de Republicanos al Consejo Constitucional". El Líbero. 22 April 2023. Retrieved 30 July 2025.
  4. ^ "Ignacio Dülger: la apuesta republicana para la alcaldía de Peñalolén". La Tercera. 25 January 2024. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  5. ^ "Consejero Dulger por gobernador Orrego: "Son más de $3 mil millones que pasaron por trato directo y no tenemos la justificación". 24 Horas. 17 June 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  6. ^ "Ignacio Dülger, Core RM y Caso Orrego: "Nosotros tomamos la determinación de enviar los antecedentes al Tricel"". Radio Agricultura. 12 June 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  7. ^ ""En Republicanos estamos generando mayorías y se las estamos quitando a la DC"". Sin filtros. 22 June 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  8. ^ "Dulger "¡En la derecha queremos eliminar o disminuir las contribuciones!"". Sin filtros. 22 June 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.