First Nepali to Receive Mahendra Vidya Bhushan | Dr. Purushottam Narayan Suwal

September 25, 2024
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In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Dr. Purushottam Narayan Suwal, the first Nepali to receive the prestigious Mahendra Vidya Bhushan medal. Founded by King Mahendra, this medal has been awarded annually since 2018, recognizing outstanding academic achievements in Nepal.

Dr. Suwal shares his inspiring educational journey, which took him from Nepal to London, where he completed his PhD. He reflects on the honor of receiving the Mahendra Vidya Bhushan medal, recalling the day he was awarded and detailing the selection process that led to this achievement.