Manisha Dwa to Receive Prestigious Dagar Memorial Award for Contributions in Science and Technology

The Dagar Memorial Foundation Nepal is set to honor Manisha Dwa, a young and dynamic scientist, with the esteemed Dagar Memorial Award this year. The ceremony is slated to be held on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, in Pokhara, recognizing her remarkable contributions in the domains of science and technology.

Who is Manisha Dwa?

Manisha Dwa hails from Pokhara Bhadrakali and has been actively involved in scientific research since 2013. Currently serving as the Deputy Manager at the Nepal Astronomical Society (NASO), Manisha is not just a scientist but also an educator, social activist, and leader.

Multi-Faceted Contributions

• Founder and Coordinator of Women's Science Award: Manisha has also initiated a program under NASA to empower women in the field of science.

• Annapurna Archery Club Member: Proving her versatile interests, Manisha is a member of the archery club and has freelanced as a photojournalist.

• Astronomy for Social Empowerment: She has undertaken extensive projects in 36 schools across Nepal, in collaboration with Astronomy for Development (OAD), to utilize astronomy for societal betterment.

A Career Decked with Honors

Her stellar work has not gone unnoticed. She's been previously lauded with:

• Emerging Space Leaders Award in 2016

• Science and Technology Promotion Award in 2021

Manisha completed her 'plus two' in science from Gandaki Boarding School and holds a master's degree in Physics from Prithvi Narayan Campus. She is currently pursuing her PhD in the same field from Tertiary University.

The Dagar Memorial Award

The Dagar Memorial Award is an annual accolade given to noteworthy individuals excelling in fields like literature, science, technology, education, and health. The award comes with a cash prize of 10,500 and a certificate.

Words from the Foundation

Bindu Shrestha, the president of the Dagar Memorial Foundation, expressed excitement about honoring Manisha Dwa at the foundation's annual general meeting. The award has previously been conferred upon other eminent personalities including social workers, writers, health professionals, and more.

The Path Forward

Manisha Dwa stands as an epitome of what one can achieve with hard work, dedication, and a quest for knowledge. As she continues her pathbreaking work, the Dagar Memorial Award marks another milestone in her illustrious career, inspiring many more to follow in her footsteps.