Ujyalo Purba

Ujyalo Purva is a provincial event by Kantipur Media Group that highlights the socio-economic strength of Province 1, Nepal’s powerhouse of progress. With a legacy of leadership in education, health, agriculture, and infrastructure, the East has been a driving force in the country’s development. From the towering Himalayas in the North to the thriving industries in the South, and the rise of hydroelectricity, the region continues to shine. Strengthening cross-border connectivity with India, China, and Bangladesh, Ujyalo Purva brings together key voices to explore the path to greater prosperity.

Our Speakers

Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speaker

Gagan Thapa

Gagan Thapa

General Secretary, Nepali Congress

Surendra Pandey

Surendra Pandey

Vice President, Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist)

Barshaman Pun

Barshaman Pun

Deputy General Secretary of the CPN (Maoist Centre)

Session 1

Session 1 Challenges of Province

RAJENDRA KUMAR RAI

RAJENDRA KUMAR RAI

Chief Minister, Province 1

 DR. MINENDRA RIJAL

DR. MINENDRA RIJAL

Politician, Nepali Congress

BHAGWATI CHAUDHARY

BHAGWATI CHAUDHARY

Politician, CPN UML

 MAHESH JAJU

MAHESH JAJU

Former Chairman, Morang Merchant's Association

UMESH CHAUHAN

UMESH CHAUHAN

Editor, Kantipur Daily moderator