The 12th annual ‘Ambassador of Pakistan’ essay competition and the 8th annual ‘Ambassador of Pakistan’ speech competition, organized by the Embassy of Pakistan in Nepal, concluded on Thursday.
Winners Honored with Medals and Cash Prizes
Students who secured top positions were awarded medals and cash prizes. This year, the topic for the essay competition was "Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity."
The winners of the essay competition were:
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Prateek Pokharel from Viswa Niketan Secondary School – First Place
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Ayush Shah – Second Place
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Sanjok Magar from St. Joseph English Academy – Third Place
They were awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals, respectively, along with mementos and cash prizes. Additionally, 10 other students received special cash prizes.
Speech Competition Focused on Books, Technology, and Education
The topic of the speech competition was "Books or Technology and the Future of Education." Students from higher secondary and university levels presented their views.
The winners of the speech competition were:
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Prapti Lamsal from the Institute of Forestry, Tribhuvan University, Pokhara – First Place
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Reet Kafle from Shivapuri College, Kathmandu – Second Place
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Ritesh Dev from St. Xavier’s School, Jawalakhel – Third Place
They were also awarded medals, mementos, and cash prizes. Twelve other participating students received special awards.
Participation from 40 Educational Institutions Across Nepal
Students from 40 schools and universities across Nepal participated actively in the competitions. The competitions were conducted in phases over two weeks, with the final round held on Thursday.
Remarks from Officials and Organizers
Dr. Vijay Kumar Dutta, Founding Chief Commissioner of the Madhesi Commission, appreciated Pakistan’s continued support in education, health, and community development. He expressed belief that such competitions strengthen shared values and responsible global citizenship among Nepalese and Pakistani youth.
Abrar H. Hashmi, Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, delivered the closing remarks. He praised the analytical perspectives presented by the students on complex and timely topics. He emphasized that such exercises not only enhance critical thinking among youth but also contribute to strengthening Nepal–Pakistan relations.
Long-standing Educational Initiatives by the Embassy
The essay and speech competitions have been organized regularly for the past 12 and 8 years, respectively, by the Embassy of Pakistan. These events have gained increasing popularity among Nepali youth over time.
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