The Hult Prize 2024/25 finals at IMS College concluded successfully with enthusiasm. Distinguished guests included Prof. Dr. BalKrishna Shrestha, IMS College Director Mr. Saroj Upadhyaya, Executive Director Mr. Roshan Bhattarai, Program Director Mr. Amit Pradhan, Mrs. Sristee Bhattarai, and former Campus Directors Mr. Bikesh Adhikari (2022/23) and Mr. Amis Adhikari (2023/24). Current Director Mr. Pratik Kharel, Ms. Khusi Karn from Mithila Things, Sun Securities officer Mr. Bibek Adhikari, and Mr. Rojin Shrestha from Creative Link also attended the event.
The judging panel featured the Creative Designer of Brand LogiQ, Mr. Surav Shrestha; the SME growth specialist, Mr. Saujanya Timilsina; the Director of Edu Quest Nepal and Founder and Chairman of Yes Sir Vehicle Rental, Mr. Bikrant Shrestha; and the IT and Information System Professional, Mr. Rabindra Acharya. Their expertise and feedback helped enhance the quality of the competition.
The event became even more inspiring with a motivational speech from Prof. Dr. BalKrishna Shrestha and a welcome speech from Campus Director Mr. Pratik Kharel, encouraging the participants.
Five finalist teams—Eco Vibe, Luck, Next In, Nepal Yatra, and Toofan—showcased their innovative ideas. Following a thrilling and competitive event, Team 'Next In' (Nishan Baraili, Krishna Kumar Yadav, Nirjala Twayana) claimed the victory. Team 'Luck' (Puja Bista, Anusha Dhaubanjar, Salina Parajuli) secured the runner-up position, while Team 'Eco Vibe' (Rases Mabo, Gaurav N. Bartaula, Abhishek Neupane) finished in third place.
In addition to the main prizes, various special awards were also presented. Team 'Next In' won the Best Presentation Award, Jeetan Rai received the Most Social Media Engagement Award, Team 'Luck' was honored for the Immediate Applicable Idea, and Team 'Nepal Yatra' received the Best Digital Concept Award.
The event concluded with a heartfelt thank-you speech from Business Development Coordinator Mr. Aryan Maharjan.
This remarkable event was made possible thanks to the contributions of various partners: Brand logiQ (Title Sponsor), Jyoti Bikas Bank (Banking Partner), Sun Securities (Trading Partner), Mithila Things (Gifting Partner), NMB Bank (Exclusive Financial Partner), Urban Maze (Clothing Partner), Global Tailoring (Apparel Partner), Lava Lounge & Bar (Restaurant Partner), Proshore Nepal (IT Partner), Ather Energy (Two-Wheeler Partner), 2 PM Noodles & Arksh Food (Snacks Partner), Real Burrst (Refreshment Partner), KTeaM Tea (Tea Partner), Advance Saraswati (Publication Partner), Idea preneur Nepal (Education Partner), Creative Link (Printing Partner), Samaj Dental (Oral Health Partner), and News 24 (Office Online Partner). Media coverage came from Bagmati Television, Edu Sanjal, Taksar, Lumbini Sanchar, and Gyan Khabar.
The event was a major success, encouraging IMS College students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and contribute to positive change in society and beyond.
