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Event Announcement: Bridging the Skills Gap for Nepal's Emerging Job Market: Academia-Industry Dialogue

As Nepal's economic landscape evolves, the demand for a highly skilled and adaptable workforce is greater than ever. To address this critical need, Butwal Kalika Campus, with the generous support of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Nepal, is proud to host a transformative three-day event: "Bridging the Skills Gap for Nepal's Emerging Job Market: Academia-Industry Dialogue."

This dynamic event is designed to foster vital conversations between educational institutions and the industrial sector. By aligning academic curricula with real-world industry requirements, we aim to better equip the next generation of professionals in Nepal.

Event Highlights & Schedule

• Dates: 8th, 9th & 10th Jestha, 2083

• Venue: Butwal Kalika Campus, Butwal-10, Rupandehi, Nepal

• Organized By: Butwal Kalika Campus (Affiliated to Tribhuvan University | Accredited by UGC, Nepal 2025)

The Panel Discussion The dialogue will feature an expert panel representing various sectors crucial to regional and national development.

• Mr. Keshav Neupane (Moderator) – CEO, Paicho Pasal Private Limited

• Mr. Hari Prasad Aryal – Chairperson, Butwal Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Rupandehi

• Mr. Harilal Aryal – Director, Directorate of Education and Social Development, Lumbini Province (Government Representative)

• Professor Dr. Chandra P. Rijal – Graduate School of Management, Mid-West University (Academia Representative)

• Mr. Upendra Agrawal – Chairperson, Association of Industries, Butwal Industrial District (Industrial Representative)

Prominent Industrial Representatives Bringing practical, on-the-ground insights from the business and manufacturing sectors, the event will also feature:

• Er. Nischal Sharma – Executive Director, Metals Cast Private Limited

• Mr. Kamal Jung Kunwar – Founder and CEO, Daddys Group

• Mr. Rustam Kandel – Managing Director, National Cookware Industries Private Limited

• Mr. Anil Prasad Shrestha – Managing Director, Subharambha Agriculture Pvt. Ltd.

Join the Conversation We invite students, educators, local business owners, and community members to join us in this collaborative effort to strengthen the local economy and improve employment outcomes.