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Nepal Handicraft Federation Honors 22 Women Entrepreneurs

The Nepal Handicraft Federation recognized 22 women business owners during a special event held today.

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  • The Nepal Handicraft Federation recognized 22 women entrepreneurs in a Kathmandu ceremony.
  • Bagmati Province Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar praised women's economic contributions.
  • Established in 2029 BS, the Federation currently counts 4,500 active members.

During a recent event organised in Kathmandu, the Nepal Handicraft Federation felicitated 22 women entrepreneurs working across multiple sectors. The honorees included Laloo Shrestha, who serves as the director of the Nepal Pashmina Industry. Bagmati Province Chief Minister Kiran Thapa Magar addressed the gathering and praised the valuable contributions of women business owners toward strengthening the economic sector of the country. Federation Chairman Rabindra Shakya expressed satisfaction at honoring women entrepreneurs for the first time, noting that past events had recognised exporters, artists, and other business leaders. Sabita Singh Maharjan, who serves as the Federation Vice President and coordinates the programme, highlighted the crucial part women entrepreneurs play in advancing the national handicraft industry. The organisation, founded in 2029 BS, currently maintains a membership base of 4,500 individuals.

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