NSJF Pulsar Sports Award 2081 to Be Held in Pokhara
The prestigious NSJF Pulsar Sports Award 2081 will be organized on Bhadra 29 in Pokhara.
This is the 22nd edition of the award program organized annually by the Nepal Sports Journalists Forum (NSJF), and for the first time, it is being held outside Kathmandu.
Sponsorship Agreement Signed
On Friday, NSJF and the main sponsor Golchha Group signed a sponsorship agreement for this year’s award ceremony.
The agreement was signed by NSJF President Niranjan Adhikari and Golchha Group Executive Director Abhimanyu Golchha.
Golchha Group, which has been the main sponsor for the past 17 years, has extended its support with a new five-year agreement. As per the deal, Golchha Group will contribute sponsorship worth NPR 4 million, combining cash and goods.
Purpose Behind Hosting in Pokhara
President Niranjan Adhikari shared that, as Nepali sports continue to expand nationwide, the event is being hosted in the tourism capital Pokhara to promote national reach.
The idea of hosting the ceremony outside Kathmandu had been in consideration for several years. Discussions with various cities were held, and with Pokhara celebrating Visit Year 2025 and offering favorable conditions, this year’s award was finalized to be held there.
NSJF General Secretary Anjan Khadka informed that ten award categories are included this year as well.
Award Categories
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Best Male Player of the Year
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Best Female Player of the Year
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Best Youth Player of the Year
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Best Coach of the Year
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People's Choice Award
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Para Athlete Honor
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Special Award
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Lifetime Achievement Award
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Asian Sports Journalist Award
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Team of the Year
Award Benefits
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Winners in the five major categories—Male, Female, Youth, Coach, and People's Choice—will receive Pulsar motorbikes.
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Winners of Special Award, Lifetime Achievement, Team of the Year, and Para Athlete Honor will receive NPR 1 lakh each.
Nomination and Voting
General Secretary Khadka added that nominations for the People's Choice category (which involves public voting), along with nominations for Male, Female, Youth, and Coach categories, will be announced within a few days.
Longstanding Partnership with Golchha Group
This marks the 17th year of collaboration between NSJF and Golchha Group for the award.
Executive Director Abhimanyu Golchha stated that this is one of the longest-running partnerships in Nepal. “It reflects the commitment and trust between the two institutions, and we are proud to be associated with NSJF,” he said.
Golchha also mentioned the group’s active involvement in football leagues, cricket leagues, and grassroots projects to support the development of Nepali sports.
Tribute to Long-Term Commitment
AIPS Asia Treasurer Niranjan Rajbanshi praised the rare consistency of a 22-year program with the same sponsor for 17 years. He added that while honoring athletes through this award, sports journalists also feel a sense of recognition.
Last Year's Winners
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Best Male Player: Rohit Paudel (Cricket)
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Best Female Player: Erika Gurung (Karate)
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Best Youth Player: Hemanta Pal (Weightlifting)
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Best Coach: Kushal Shrestha (Karate)
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People's Choice Award: Kabita Bhatt (Volleyball)
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Special Award: Kumar Rai (Volleyball Coach)
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Para Athlete Honor: Palesha Goverdhan (Paralympic Bronze Medalist)
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Asian Sports Journalist Award: He Dong Jong (South Korea)
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Lifetime Achievement Award: Binay Raj Pandey (Former CAN President)
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Team of the Year: Nepal Women’s Kabaddi Team (Bronze Medalists at Asian Games)
