Kulman Ghising Honored with Popular Award at Hami Nepali Global Hero Award 2025 in New York
New York – The Hami Nepali Global Hero Award 2025 took center stage at the Melrose Ballroom in New York, celebrating the outstanding contributions of Nepali individuals who have made a meaningful impact on the global community. Among the most anticipated honors of the evening was the Popular Award, which was presented to Kulman Ghising, the former Executive Director of the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), for his transformative leadership in ending Nepal’s chronic energy crisis.
The annual Global Hero Award event, attended by prominent figures from Nepal and the global Nepali diaspora, serves as a platform to inspire future generations and highlight the achievements of Nepalese individuals making a global mark. The star-studded evening featured cultural performances, keynote speeches, and a series of award presentations that honored excellence in various fields.
Powering a Nation Out of Darkness
Kulman Ghising received the Popular Award in recognition of his pivotal role in eliminating up to 18 hours of daily power outages that had plagued Nepal for years. Known for his honest and bold leadership, Ghising tackled corruption in the energy sector and optimized electricity distribution, proving that determined and ethical governance can transform a nation.
“Not long ago, Nepal was plunged into darkness. Load-shedding had crippled lives,” Ghising reflected during his acceptance speech. “But through collective efforts, we brought electricity even to the remotest corners of the country. Today, every village has access to light.”
Under his leadership, the NEA not only stabilized the power supply but also turned around its financial condition from massive losses to profitability. His initiatives demonstrated how a visionary leader can drive systemic reform and uplift national morale.
Ujyalo Nepal: A Vision for a Brighter Future
Beyond his achievements at NEA, Ghising continues to contribute to Nepal’s development. He spoke passionately about his new initiative, the Ujyalo Nepal (Bright Nepal) campaign, aimed at fostering good governance, social justice, poverty reduction, employment generation, and renewed national optimism.
“I launched this campaign as a responsible citizen. I want to transform despair into hope,” Ghising said, calling for unity and support from fellow Nepalis. “This award is a powerful source of motivation for me to keep moving forward.”
Recognizing Global Nepali Contributions
Organized to honor global contributions of Nepalese individuals, the Hami Nepali Global Hero Award serves as a beacon of pride and inspiration for the global Nepali community. The Popular Award, in particular, highlights individuals whose work resonates deeply with the public and leaves a lasting legacy.
This year’s ceremony once again proved that Nepalis around the world are making a difference, and leaders like Kulman Ghising are shining examples of what is possible with integrity, vision, and perseverance.
