Glocal Pvt. Ltd. Unveils “20under20” for Golchha Group presents Glocal Teen Hero Nepal 2025: Celebrating Young Nepali Changemakers
Glocal Pvt. Ltd., the esteemed organizer of the prestigious Glocal Teen Hero Nepal 2025, is proud to announce the official list of its highly anticipated “20under20” honorees.
Glocal Teen Hero Nepal 2025
This impactful initiative spotlights 20 exceptional young individuals from diverse fields who are actively shaping a brighter future for Nepal.
The “20under20” list serves as an umbrella title, recognizing early changemakers who have made significant positive impressions on society. This year’s selection showcases an extraordinary cohort, chosen from a remarkable pool of applicants, truly reflecting the immense talent, visionary thinking, and inspiring leadership demonstrated by young people across the nation.
Highlighting Diverse Areas of Impact:
The 2025 honorees are celebrated for their groundbreaking work in a wide array of critical areas, including:
Technology & Innovation: Pushing boundaries with new ideas and digital solutions.
Social Activism & Research: Advocating for change and contributing to crucial societal understanding.
SRHR Advocacy & Entrepreneurship: Championing vital health rights and fostering economic growth.
Environmentalism: Leading efforts for a sustainable and greener Nepal.
A Nationwide Search for Excellence:
The 11th edition of the Glocal Teen Hero Nepal invited applications from teenagers aged 13 to 19 who have demonstrated exceptional work and positive impact beyond their academic pursuits.
This year’s edition garnered an impressive 786 applications, reaching more than 150,000 teenagers nationwide and generating a remarkable 2.5 million total engagements across multiple channels. This widespread participation underscores the vibrant spirit of youth leadership in Nepal.
Introducing Glocal’s 20under20 Selected Honorees for 2025:
The rigorous selection process, filled with moments of pride, culminated in the identification of these inspiring individuals:
Aawish Khanal, Aspiring Entrepreneur, Butwal
Dhurbesh Dhami, Campaigner, Bajura
Gokul Shrestha, Researcher, Baglung
Krish Yadav, Content Creator, Dhanusha Dham
Manushi Neupane, SRHR Advocate, Syangja
Mohammad Aftab Sheikh, Aspiring Entrepreneur, Birgunj
Nischal Dhungana, Climate Justice Advocate, Kapilvastu
Nishant Raj Sarraf, AI Researcher, Birgunj
Osish Niraula, Child Rights Activist, Sunsari
Oxford Acharya, Policy Advocate, Jumla
Phurwa Tsering Gurung, Documentary Filmmaker, Dolpo
Pooja Mainali, Teen Leadership Advocate, Jhapa
Rakshit Poudel, STEM Educator, Butwal
Renuka Singh, Agropreneur, Sarlahi
Ritu Gharti, Peer Educator, Nawalpur
Ruchi Ojha, Menstrual Health Advocate, Kathmandu
Safal Poudel, AI Developer, Rupandehi
Sajan Adhikari, SDG Activist, Chitwan
Saksham Ghimire, Policy Advocate, Rupandehi
Saksham Rupakheti, Social Entrepreneur, Kapilvastu
The dedication, creativity, and passion demonstrated by every single applicant were truly remarkable, making the final selection a testament to the spirit of positive change these young individuals embody. They are undeniably shaping the future of our nation.
Distinguished Jury and Strong Partnerships:
The final selection was overseen by a distinguished jury panel comprising:
Ms. Chandrika Kalia, Country Director of Coca-Cola Nepal
Dr. Ghana Shyam Gurung, Country Director of WWF Nepal
Ms. Seema Golchha, Director of Golchha Group
Mr. Suraj Vaidya, President of VOITH
Mr. Thomas Miller, Charge d’affaires of the European Union to Nepal
Glocal Pvt. Ltd. proudly initiates this program, powered by Golchha Group as Title Partner. Strategic international alliances have been strengthened through partnerships with the European Union, Embassy of India, Kathmandu, Nepal, and Plan International, alongside Embark College as the educational partner.
Sincere gratitude is extended to all esteemed partners, including Honda, Coca-Cola, WWF, Panchakanya Group, KFC, Toyota, and Real, with banking support from Global IME Bank, Nabil Bank, and Nepal SBI Bank Ltd. Special appreciation goes to the Nepal Tourism Board for promoting this transformative platform, The Plaza as the Official Hospitality Partner, and WorldLink as the Internet Partner.
The Kathmandu Post and Kantipur App serve as Media Partners, Himalaya TV HD as Live Broadcast Partner, and Yeti Airlines as Airlines Partner.
Prisma Advertising is the PR Partner, with NNQ? (No Next Question) as Outreach Partner. Additionally, Nutriplus, Pizza Hut, Nepal Life Insurance, and Begani Group have provided invaluable support, making this year’s edition impactful and far-reaching.
This extensive network of partners reflects a shared vision and a deep commitment to the success and broad impact of Glocal’s latest initiative. Further details about the initiative’s objectives and upcoming events will be announced shortly.
Discover more about these inspiring young changemakers:
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