Ep: 589 | Can Nepal Build World-Class Universities? | Bikalpa Panthi x Laxman Bista

In this insightful podcast, Nepali math prodigy, author, and student leader Bikalpa Panthi joins scholar and researcher Laxman Bista for an in-depth discussion on higher education, university selection, research culture, career development, and the future of education in Nepal. The conversation explores how students should approach higher education, the importance of developing skills before entering university, and how young people can make smarter academic and career decisions. Bikalpa Panthi and Laxman Bista discuss the differences between studying in Nepal and abroad, how to choose the right university, and why higher education should be viewed as a long-term investment rather than simply a pathway to employment. The podcast also dives into research culture in Nepal, university collaboration, international academic partnerships, and the steps required to improve Nepal's higher education system. The guests share valuable insights on research collaboration, innovation, critical thinking, future-proof careers, and the growing gap between universities and the job market. GET CONNECTED WITH Bikalpa Panthi: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bikalpa_panthi/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bikalpa.panthi.2025/# TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@bikalpa_bikki LinkedIn - https://np.linkedin.com/in/3028bikalpa Laxman Bista (Nepali scholar & Researcher) - Black Background Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bista_laxman888/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/laxmanbista123 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laxman-bista/