Kathmandu, Nepal – December 28th, 2025
On December 28th, 2025, the SDG Champion Prize Ceremony was held in Kathmandu, Nepal, organized by Human Harmony Nepal (led by Founder & President Namita Ghimire), Project 100 (led by Suraj Gaikwad), and the World Conference Council, with the support of the Government of Nepal. The prestigious event brought together global leaders, policymakers, innovators, and advocates to celebrate outstanding contributions toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The program highlighted the 17 interconnected global goals adopted by UN member states in 2015, which call for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring peace and prosperity for all by 2030. The ceremony emphasized key areas such as no poverty, zero hunger, good health, quality education, gender equality, climate action, and strong institutions, underscoring the importance of global partnerships to achieve these targets.
Opening & Key Addresses
- Opening Speech: Delivered by Namita Ghimire, Founder & President of Human Harmony Nepal, who welcomed dignitaries and set the vision for the day.
- Setting the Tone: Angel Ghimire (Project 100 Nepal) inspired participants with remarks on youth leadership and innovation.
- Guest Facilitation: By Suraj Gaikwad (Project 100 Global).
- Guest Speech: By H.E. Dr. Rambhakta Thakur, Former Ambassador, Former Election Commissioner, and Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nepal, who emphasized the importance of diplomacy, governance, and sustainable development.
Distinguished Speakers
The event featured insights from eminent leaders and professionals, including:
- Dr. B. Lakshmikantham IAS
- Mr. Mohit Kumar (Indian inventor, author, and entrepreneur)
- Pratik Yaswant Chavan (Lawyer, entrepreneur, Founder & MD of Pratik Group)
- Manoj Kumar Kandoi Agarwal (Former President, Indian Citizens Association of Nepal)
- Hon. Yankila Sherpa (Former Tourism Minister, Member of Provincial Assembly, Bagmati Province)
- Hon. Bhagwati Chaudhary (Former Minister of Women, Children, and Senior Citizens of Nepal)
- Hon. Krishna Hari Maharjan (Mayor of Tarkeshwar, Nepal)
- Aradhya Raj Gurung
- Milan Gurung (Healthcare professional with diversified administrative and clinical experience)
- Er. Amrit Ranabhat (AI/ML researcher, senior software engineer, and lecturer)
- Md Shahid (Founder of Digital Blood Bank Nepal)
Panel Discussions
Panel Discussion 1: Global Partnerships for Sustainable Development
- Moderator: Ms. Mahalakshmi Sankar Ganesh (Policy and advocacy professional specializing in sustainability and SDG-aligned research).
- Focused on NGO collaboration, global cooperation, and multi-stakeholder partnerships.
- Panelists Felicitated:
- Mr. Ananda Prasad Pokharel (Former Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal)
- Yagya Prasad Neupane (Chairman, Nepal Pharmacy Council)
- Bishnu Prasad Basel (Adjunct Professor of Sociology, Tribhuvan University)
- MKA Shahinoor Rahman Jahid (CEO, GM Holdings Limited)
- Mr. Avishek Ahmed (Executive Director, Pran RFL Group)
Panel Discussion 2: Future of Education – Transforming Learning for Sustainable Development
- Moderator: Ms. Richa Shahaney.
- Focused on digital learning, equity, and skills for the future, aligned with the UN Transforming Education Summit.
- Panelists Felicitated:
- Dr. Annapurna Satapathy (Member, World’s Women Forum; International UNICEF Council Fundraising Secretary)
- Samriti Shelly (Kendriya Vidyalaya, Indian Embassy)
- Kumar Swamy (Kendriya Vidyalaya, Indian Embassy)
- Mangesh Manohar Deshmukh (Lawyer and social advocate dedicated to justice and fairness)
Closing
The ceremony concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Mangesh Manohar Deshmukh (Director, Project 100), who expressed gratitude to all dignitaries, speakers, and participants for their contributions to advancing the SDGs.
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