London, October 15, 2025 | College Readers

Nepal Education Award UK-2025 concluded with grandeur and pride on 14th October 2025 at the historic University of Greenwich, London, marking a landmark celebration of excellence, innovation, and educational partnership between Nepal and the United Kingdom.

His Excellency Mr. Chandra Kumar Ghimire, Ambassador of Nepal to the United Kingdom, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his keynote address, Ambassador Ghimire highlighted the awards as a symbol of shared values and academic collaboration between the two nations.

“Excellence knows no boundaries. Our shared goal is to build a free, just, and inclusive society through knowledge creation and partnership, which will further strengthen the friendship between our two nations,” remarked Ambassador Ghimire.

He further emphasized that higher education continues to play a pivotal role in deepening Nepal–UK relations, noting that Nepali students have become global ambassadors of talent, competitiveness, and cultural diversity. He expressed optimism about the growing academic collaboration between the University of Greenwich and Nepali institutions.

The prestigious event was organized by College Readers magazine under the chairmanship of Mr. Bhawani Prasad Poudel, Patron of College Readers and Campus Chief of Jaya Multiple Campus. The ceremony witnessed an impressive turnout of vice-chancellors, registrars, principals, directors, educators, and representatives from various educational institutions across Nepal and the UK.

Reflecting on the magazine’s 18-year journey, Mr. Jeetendra Ghimire, CEO of College Readers, stated that the awards have consistently honored distinguished individuals and institutions contributing to Nepal’s educational advancement at an international platform.

Prof. Dr. Deepak Bahadur Shakya, Vice-Chancellor of Madhesh University and Chairperson of the Award Jury Committee, informed that over 120 nominations were received this year. Of these, 29 individuals and 30 institutions were recognized for their outstanding performance based on criteria such as academic excellence, leadership, innovation, community engagement, and global vision.

Among the distinguished participants were Prof. Dr. Subarna Lal Bajracharya (Vice-Chancellor, Lumbini Buddhist University), Dr. Tilak Ram Acharya (Registrar, Lumbini Buddhist University), Mr. Vijay Kumar Yadav (Registrar, Madhesh University), Mr. Tika Ram Puri (Former President, PABSON), Mr. Subash Neupane (President, N-PABSAN), Mr. Laxman KC (President, IEPAN), Mr. Bhagirath Yogi, (Editor-in-Chief, South Asia Time UK), Ms. Helen McCormack (Greenwich University), Prem Khadka (Financial Analyst) and Mr. Rajan Kandel (Director, The British College), all recognized for their exceptional leadership and service to the education sector.

Mr. Keshav Nepal, Executive Editor of College Readers, noted that the UK’s educational culture offers valuable insights for Nepal’s academic growth. “The Nepali education sector is gradually expanding its global recognition through quality, innovation, and international collaboration,” he said.

Representing the University of Greenwich, Ms. Claire Matthews, Executive Director (Marketing and Student Relations), expressed the university’s enthusiasm for deepening institutional partnerships with Nepali colleges and universities.

The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Mr. Bhawani Prasad Poudel, who extended appreciation to all dignitaries, honorees, and the University of Greenwich for their generous support and hospitality. As a gesture of goodwill, the organizing committee presented Tokens of Love to senior university officials.

Nepal Education Awards UK-2025 not only celebrated academic distinction but also reinforced educational diplomacy between Nepal and the United Kingdom—uniting both nations in their shared pursuit of excellence and innovation.

List of Individual Awardees (2025)

1. Tika Ram Puri – Educational Leader of the Year
   Principal, Everest Secondary School, Biratnagar-5, Morang
2. Gopal Prasad Acharya – Excellence in Educational Leadership Award
   Principal, Mount Glory School, Kathmandu
3. Er. Dr. Mithles Kumar Jha – Lifetime Achievement Award
   Chairperson, Kathmandu World School, Bhaktapur
4. Dr. Bhoj Raj Pant – Lifetime Achievement Award
   Principal, Brixton College, Kanchanpur
5. Laxman KC – Educational Innovation and Entrepreneurship Award
   Executive Director, Presidential Graduate School, Kathmandu
6. Surendra GC – Best CEO of the Year
   CEO, Gyan Jyoti Foundation, Tulsipur, Dang
7. Dr. Shailendra Giri – Global Excellence Academic Award
   Chairperson, Rapti Engineering College, Ghorahi, Dang
8. Tej Raj Khanal – Visionary Principal of the Year
   Principal, RME School, Tikapur
9. Dr. Ramesh Adhikari – Best Principal of the Year
   Principal, Southwestern School, Basundhara, Kathmandu
10. Suman Basnet – Best Principal of the Year
    Principal, DAV College, Jawalakhel, Lalitpur
11. Biranji Gautam – Best Campus Chief of the Year
    Campus Chief, Kalika Multiple Campus, Kajipokhari, Pokhara
12. Dr. Nisha Bhatt Tiwari – Academic Excellence Award
    Academic Advisor, Brixton College, Kanchanpur
13. Amardeep Mandal – Best Education Marketer of the Year
    Group Head, British Education Group, Kathmandu
14. Anil Kaspal – Dynamic Principal of the Year
    Principal, Modern School & College, Bhaktapur
15. Dr. Netra Raj Chataut – Excellence in Educational Leadership Award
    Chairperson, Brixton College, Kanchanpur
16. Badal Pradhan – Visionary Principal of the Year
    Principal, LRI School, Kalanki, Kathmandu
17. Raj Kumar Acharya – Academic Excellence Award
    Principal, VS International College, Kathmandu
18. Hemanta Adhikari – Academic Excellence Award
    Founder/Director, Shree Ratna Jyoti Secondary School, Pokhara
19. Hem Raj Acharya – Best Edupreneur of the Year
    Chairperson, Herald Secondary School, Kathmandu
20. Bhoj Raj Neupane – Best Principal of the Year
    Principal, Divine Temple Academy, Dang
21. Purushottam Dahal – Educational Entrepreneurship Award
    Managing Director, Times International Publication, Kathmandu
22. Min Kumar Moktan – Best Edupreneur of the Year
    Executive Director, Manaslu World College, Kathmandu
23. Shashikala Khadka – Women Educational Leadership Award
    Director, Manaslu World School, Kathmandu
24. Narayan Prasad Paudel – Innovative Educator of the Year
    Lecturer, Kailashkut Multiple Campus, Kathmandu
25. Sahaji Pant – Best Principal of the Year
    Principal, Swarnim School, Dallu
26. Dr. Rana Bahadur Thapa – Innovation & Leadership in Renewable Energy Award
    Deputy Director, AEPC, Kathmandu
27. Jagadish Chandra Bhatt – Outstanding Contribution in Tourism Development
    Managing Director, Hotel Gangotri Gold, Kanchanpur
28. Prakash Shrestha – IT Entrepreneur of the Year
    Managing Director, Digital Power Solution, Dang
29. Ashish KC – Excellence in Academic Administration
    Deputy Head, Kathmandu World School, Bhaktapur

List of Institutional Awardees (2025)

1. ABM School – Best +2 School (Kavre District)
2. Apex Life School – Best Progressive School of the Year
3. Birgunj Public College – Best Business School for Academic Excellence
4. Brixton College – Global Recognition for Excellence in Management & IT Education
5. Chirayu Educational Academy – Goodwill Achievement Award
6. DAV College – Best +2 School of the Year
7. Ed-Mark Academy – Pioneer +2 School of the Year
8. Global College of Management – Best +2 Management College of the Year
9. Global School of Science – Best +2 Science School of the Year
10. Gyan Jyoti Foundation – Prominent College of the Year
11. Herald International College – STEM Leadership Award
12. Jaya Multiple Campus – Best College for Academic Excellence
13. Kantipur Academy High School – Goodwill Achievement Award
14. Kathmandu World School – Best School of the Year
15. LRI School – Best School for Academic Excellence
16. Manaslu World College – Best +2 for Academic Excellence
17. Modern School & College – Best +2 Management School (Kathmandu Valley)
18. The British College – Best International College in Nepal
19. Triton SS & College – Leading +2 School of the Year
20. Prativa Secondary School – Best +2 School (Gandaki Province)
21. Presidential Graduate School – Best Business School of the Year
22. Progressive Secondary School – Emerging School of the Year
23. Rapti Engineering College – Best Engineering College of the Year
24. Reliance International Academy – Best +2 School for Academic Excellence
25. Sagarmatha Secondary Boarding School – Best School (Lumbini Province)
26. Success Academy – Best School (Bagmati Province)
27. Sanskar Pathshala Dang – Best Progressive School (Lumbini Province)
28. Sirjansil Tara English Boarding School – Emerging Digitalized Boarding School (Pyuthan)
29. South Asian Scholars Academy – Best School (Karnali Province)
30. Wisdom Academy – Innovative School of the Year