Background:

Mr. Prabhakar SJB Rana was a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and trailblazer in Nepal’s business and hospitality sectors. As the Founding President of the Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NICCI), Chairman Emeritus of the Soaltee Conglomerate, and also the founder of several other organizations, Mr. Rana’s contributions were transformative and far-reaching. His influence spanned diplomacy, tourism, hydropower, and industry, leaving a lasting impact on Nepal’s socio-economic development. This memorial talk aims to honor his life, achievements, and enduring legacy. This lecture series will be held every two years.

The inaugural session of the Prabhakar SJB Rana Memorial Lecture was organized on 9 March 2025 in Kathmandu.