Madesh Manthan

Madhesh Manthan is a dynamic platform for dialogue on driving prosperity in Madhesh Pradesh through sustainable development and transformation. As Nepal’s economic lifeline, the province holds immense potential for growth across agriculture, industry, business, tourism, governance, and social sectors. This interaction brings together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore innovative strategies for inclusive and long-term development.

Speaker list

Session 1

What has hindered governance?

Dipendra Jha

Dipendra Jha

Chief Attorney, Madhesh Pradesh

Jagdish Prasad Agrawal

Jagdish Prasad Agrawal

Businessperson

Shardadevi Thapa

Shardadevi Thapa

Member of Provincial Assembly, Madhesh Pradesh

Dr. Achyut Wagle

Dr. Achyut Wagle

Economist/Professor, Kathmandu University School of Management

Janakraj Sapkota

Janakraj Sapkota

Province Bureau Chief, Kantipur Daily moderator

Session 2

Chure: The lifeline of Madhesh

Dr. Bhogendra Jha

Dr. Bhogendra Jha

Vice-Chairman, Policy and Planning Commission, Madhesh Pradesh

Kamala Oli Shivakoti

Kamala Oli Shivakoti

Board Member, President Chure Terai Madhesh Conservation Development Board

Dr. Bijay Kumar Singh Danuwar

Dr. Bijay Kumar Singh Danuwar

Chure conservation expert

Chandra Kishor

Chandra Kishor

Writer and Analyst moderator