Himal Hub/ Construction entrepreneur Balibhadra Rana has been recognized with the Best Construction Entrepreneur Award at the 12th NOJA Honor Awards organized by the National Online Journalists Association (NOJA).
Rana, who also serves as an adviser to the Federation of Contractors’ Associations of Nepal is the chairperson of the Nepal Construction Business Council. He was honored for his contribution to the construction sector and his professional involvement in Nepal’s infrastructure and contracting industry.
The annual NOJA Honor Awards also recognized several other personalities from different professional fields. Kamal Kharel, a well-known expert in the banking and cooperative sectors, received this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Kharel has spent many years working in banking and finance and is recognized for his expertise and contribution to the development of Nepal’s banking and cooperative sectors.
Meanwhile, the Journalism Award, which carries a cash prize of Rs. 11,111 and is presented annually to a journalist, was awarded this year to Samana Devkota of the United States.
The award ceremony was held in the presence of Kamalesh Kumar Agarwal, President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, as the chief guest.
NOJA President Mumund Dhungana, senior litterateur Radheshyam Lekali, Himalaya Transborder Commerce Association General Secretary Ramchandra Parajuli, IT expert Hariram Rimal, senior journalist Rajendra Luitel, and women entrepreneur Sarita Bhattarai, among other guests, participated in the event and presented the awards.
The NOJA Honor Awards are presented annually to individuals who have made notable contributions across journalism, business, banking, technology, literature and other professional sectors.
