Huge news for Nepal’s startup scene – Shark Tank is finally here! They’ve just announced their first-ever panel of Sharks, and trust me, these folks are absolutely crushing it in their fields. Let me introduce you to these business superstars who’ll be investing in Nepal’s next big things.
First up, we’ve got Hemraj Dhakal, the money wizard behind IME Group. This guy basically changed how Nepalis send money home from abroad, and now he’s got his hands in everything from banks to hospitals. If you’re a startup with big dreams of reaching tons of people, he’s your guy.
Then there’s Saurabh Jyoti from Padma Jyoti Group – think steel, electronics, and green energy. He’s all about building stuff in Nepal instead of importing everything, and he’s super into solar power. If you’re working on anything infrastructure or energy-related, he’ll definitely want to hear from you.
Speaking of powerhouses, meet Ritu Singh Vaidya, the boss lady running Toyota Nepal. She’s not just bringing fancy cars to Nepal; she’s showing everyone how to build a brand people trust. Plus, she’s a huge inspiration for women entrepreneurs. Love that!
Next is Cabinet Shrestha from Agni Group – basically Nepal’s electric vehicle champion. He started with Mahindra vehicles but now he’s all about those EVs and green tech. If you’ve got an eco-friendly startup idea, this is your shark!
Last but definitely not least is Anand Bagaria from Nimbus Holdings. This guy’s revolutionizing farming in Nepal with modern tech and better animal feed. If you’re working on anything agriculture-related, he’s got the expertise you need.
What’s cool about this bunch is how different they all are – you’ve got everything from old-school industries to cutting-edge tech covered. And they’re not just throwing money around; these Sharks actually know their stuff and can help guide new businesses.
Looking ahead, it would be awesome to see some younger entrepreneurs join the tank in future seasons – maybe someone from successful startups like e-sewa or Foodmandu? And it’d be great to get more women Sharks in the mix too.
Here’s the exciting part: these Sharks are ready to invest NPR 35-40 crore in total! That’s serious cash for Nepali startups. So if you’ve got a brilliant business idea, now’s your chance to get it in front of these business legends.
Got a dream you want to pitch? The water’s warm – time to dive into the tank! Nepal’s startup scene is about to get way more interesting. 🦈