Society of Consulting Architectural And Engineering Firms, Nepal

25/07/2026

22/07/2026

SCAEF Nepal, in collaboration with the Nepal Engineers' Association (NEA), successfully organized a technical session during the 64th Engineers' Day 2083 celebration on the theme:

"Strengthening Nepal's Consulting Industry: Domestic Joint Ventures and Equal International JV Partnerships."

The session brought together distinguished experts and industry leaders for an engaging discussion on strengthening Nepal's consulting sector, enhancing the capacity of domestic consulting firms, promoting equitable international joint venture partnerships, and creating a more competitive and sustainable engineering consulting industry.

PANELISTS

Er. Arjun Jung Thapa – Member, National Planning Commission
Dr. Surya Raj Acharya – Policy Expert and Registrar, University of Nepal
Prof. Dr. Rajendra Prasad Adhikari – Chairperson, NEPCA
Er. Uddab Raj Chaulagain – Past Vice President, SCAEF Nepal

MODERATOR

🔹 Er. Thakur Prasad Sharma – President, SCAEF Nepal

Moderator Er. Thakur P Sharma guided the discussion on the critical issues affecting Nepal's consulting industry, focusing on domestic capacity enhancement, equitable international JV partnerships, procurement and qualification reforms, fair contractual arrangements, and policy measures to strengthen the competitiveness of Nepali consulting firms.

KEY HIGHLIGHT FROM THE DISCUSSION

🔹 Dr. Surya Raj Acharya
• Evidence-based policy reforms
• Research on the consulting industry's capacity
• Balance domestic participation with quality

🔹 Prof. Dr. Rajendra Prasad Adhikari
• Fair allocation of liabilities and risks
• Stronger dispute resolution mechanisms
• Robust legal framework for JV agreements

🔹 Er. Jung Thapa
• Genuine technology transfer
• Leadership roles for qualified Nepali professionals
• Capacity building through international JVs

🔹 Er. Uddab Raj Chaulagain
• Practical, market-based qualification criteria
• Greater leadership opportunities for Nepali firms
• Flexible JV provisions based on project needs

The discussion collectively emphasized that strengthening Nepal's consulting industry requires enabling policies that promote meaningful participation of domestic firms, equitable international partnerships, technology transfer, evidence-based reforms, fair contractual practices, and sustained capacity development to build a globally competitive consulting sector.

SCAEF Nepal extends its sincere appreciation to the Nepal Engineers' Association, all distinguished panelists, moderator, participants, and organizers for making the session a meaningful success.

20/07/2026

Congratulations to our Past President Er. Badan Lal Nyachhyon [Badan Nyachhyon] on being honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Presented by the Nepal Engineers' Association and conferred by the Rt. Hon. President Mr. Ramchandra Paudel on the occasion of the 64th Engineers' Day, this prestigious recognition reflects your outstanding contribution to Nepal's consulting engineering profession and serves as an inspiration to the entire engineering community.

On behalf of the Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF Nepal), we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on this timely and well-deserved honor.

Congratulations once again! 👏🏆

19/07/2026

18/07/2026

Our General Secretary, Er. Mandakini Karki, will be representing SCAEF Nepal as a panelist at the Nepal Engineers’ Association Technical Session on “Young Minds & Engineering: Shaping Better Nepal” during the 64th Engineers’ Day celebrations.

Join at 10:30 AM onwards on 3rd Shrawan 2083 at Hotel Royal Tulip, Gwarko.

17/07/2026

Technical Session on 64th Engineers' Day, 3rd Shrawan, 2083
Strengthening Nepal's Consulting Industry: Domestic Joint Ventures and Equal International JV partnerships
Session start: 1:45 PM onwards
Hall: Lohtse
Venue: Royal Tulip, Gwarko

Come, join and listen to experts!

17/07/2026

Come and join SCAEF Nepal for newtowrking, industry growth with new collaborations, get trained in NEC accredited trainings and many more!

17/07/2026

Celebrating Unity and Engineering Excellence..

64th Engineers' Day Celebration, organized by Nepal Engineers' Association (NEA).

Event Details:
Theme: "Young Minds & Engineering: Shaping Better Nepal" 💡
Date: 3rd Shrawan, 2083 (19th July, 2026)
Venue: Hotel Royal Tulip, Kathmandu

For Registration:
Please scan the QR code in the flyer to register and lock in your participation!
OR
Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/VQrb5jiMHzAckSLSA

Furthermore, a special thank you to our valuable sponsors for driving this celebration forward:
1. Nepal Electricity Authority
2. Nepal Telecom
3. Asian Paints Nepal
4. Laminar Tiles
5. Mangalam Pipes Nepal
6. Kathmandu Engineering College
7. NCELL
8. Sagarmatha Lumbini Insurance Company Ltd.
9. Microtech M & E Pvt. Ltd.
10. Sociair SMS
11. Orion Events
12. Units Engineering Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
13. Brahmayani Hydropower Company Pvt. Ltd.
14.Bonafide Group of Companies
15.Sharma and Company
16.Country Construction Nepal
17.Technoquarry Consults
18.Batas MAW
19.Cosmic Electrics
20.Tiago EV
21.Transweld

Let's gather to celebrate our fraternity built on knowledge, innovation, and trust. See you all there!