20 emerging Nepali entrepreneurs selected for U.S. Embassy accelerator programme

Summary

Twenty emerging Nepali entrepreneurs have been selected for the U.S. Embassy’s Capstone Accelerator programme, a three-day residential initiative aimed at strengthening their businesses and preparing them for growth. The cohort includes ventures in technology, agribusiness, e-commerce, manufacturing, food, textiles and hospitality.

Key Points
  • Twenty Nepali entrepreneurs have been selected for the U.S. Embassy’s Entrepreneurship Skill Building Program – Capstone Accelerator.
  • The finalists were chosen from around 200 participants across seven cities based on business potential, investment readiness and communication skills.
  • Selected ventures span IT, agribusiness, e-commerce, manufacturing, food and beverages, textiles, hospitality, cosmetics and digital services.
  • Among them is Pathsutra EDU, an AI-based school data analytics venture founded by Hari Krishna Lamichhane.
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