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Ambica Shrestha (12 February 1933 – 18 July 2024) was a renowned Nepalese hotelier and a significant figure in the preservation of Nepalese cultural heritage. She served as the president of Dwarika's Hotels and Resorts until her death.Financial institutions still neglect women entrepreneurs: Ambica Shrestha
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Boss Nepal Magazine In addition to her work in the hospitality industry, Ambica Shrestha was the Honorary Consulate General of Spain for Nepal. She also led th
Nepalese Heritage Society and Business and Professional Women Nepal
where she focused on preserving Nepal's cultural heritage and advocating for the welfare of underprivileged women. Shrestha was the first Nepali woman to secure bank loans for women entrepreneurs, advocating for financial independence from husbands and families.
Shrestha was married to Dwarika Das Shrestha, an artist. The couple had a daughter.
Shrestha died on 18 July 2024 at a hospital in Lalitpur. She was 91, and had pneumonia and
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Early life
Shrestha was born on 12 February 1933 in Darjeeling, British India, she received her secondary education at St. Joseph School. After marrying Dwarika Das Shrestha, an artist, she moved to Nepal.Career
Shrestha established the Dwarika's Hotel, a high-end heritage hotel known for its collection of antique art and dedication to preserving traditional Nepali architecture and culture. Construction of the hotel started in 1964 and was completed in 1977. Following her husband's death in 1991, Ambica took on the role of managing the hotel, continuing to build its reputation and expand its offerings.Ambica Shrestha and her little denBoss Nepal Magazine In addition to her work in the hospitality industry, Ambica Shrestha was the Honorary Consulate General of Spain for Nepal. She also led th
Nepalese Heritage Society and Business and Professional Women Nepal
where she focused on preserving Nepal's cultural heritage and advocating for the welfare of underprivileged women. Shrestha was the first Nepali woman to secure bank loans for women entrepreneurs, advocating for financial independence from husbands and families.
Personal life
Shrestha was married to Dwarika Das Shrestha, an artist. The couple had a daughter.
Shrestha died on 18 July 2024 at a hospital in Lalitpur. She was 91, and had pneumonia and rheumatism
Rheumatism or rheumatic disorders are conditions causing chronic, often intermittent pain affecting the joints or connective tissue. Rheumatism does not designate any specific disorder, but covers at least 200 different conditions, including a ...
at the time of her death.
Honors
* Gorkha Dakshin Bahu 4th by His Majesty the King of Nepal * Prakhyat Trishaktti Pattaby by His Majesty the King of Nepal * Badge of Honour by BPW International * Decoration of the Cruz de Official De la Orden De Isabel La Catolica by His Majesty King Juan Carlos I of Spain * Service Above Self Award by Rotary Club InternationalReferences
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