24 July 2024, Kathmandu
The Falling Walls Lab Kathmandu 2024, hosted for the first time in Nepal at Kathmandu University School of Management, brought together over 100 participants and 10 finalists.
Falling Walls Lab Kathmandu 2024
The event was organized in collaboration with DAAD India and the Falling Wall Foundation.
Participants showcased their solutions in three-minute pitches, presenting innovative ideas aimed at addressing global challenges before a distinguished jury and an engaged audience.
Winners:
- First Prize: Frienson Pradhan clinched the first prize with his visionary concept, “Breaking the Wall of Pestilence: From Invasive Weed to Eco-Friendly Mosquito Control.” He will now represent Nepal in the prestigious Falling Walls Lab Final in Berlin.
- Second Place: Anjana Tamang secured second place with her innovative approach of merging high-cost fiber machines with agricultural practices for sustainable community development.
- Third Prize: Gaurav Adhikari claimed the third prize for his idea focused on enhancing food security.
Additionally, the audience choice award went to Anup Godar for his idea on LEO Experiment and Research, highlighting the development of a sounding rocket.
This event marked a significant milestone for Nepal, showcasing the country’s potential to contribute to global innovation and sustainable solutions.