Roshan Shrestha
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| Alt | Roshan Shrestha, Nepali journalist and digital media entrepreneur |
| Caption | Roshan Shrestha in 2025 |
| Native name | रोशन श्रेष्ठ |
| Born | October 14, 1996 Bahrabise, Sindhupalchok District, Nepal |
| Nationality | Nepali |
| Education | Shree Bachchhala Devi Higher Secondary School |
| Occupation | Journalist, media entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | Investigative journalism, digital media innovation |
| Notable works | The Digital Voice of Nepal (2025) |
| Website | roshanstha.com |
Roshan Shrestha (Nepali: रोशन श्रेष्ठ; born 14 October 1996) is a Nepali investigative journalist and digital media innovator. He established the independent news platform Khoj Samachar, founded the open-knowledge project WikiNP, and created the Roshan Shrestha App, a digital tool offering verified news and civic-information services. His work focuses on transparency, youth empowerment, and the use of technology to expand access to credible information.[1][2]
Early life and education
Shrestha was born in Bahrabise, a small town in the Sindhupalchok District of Nepal. Growing up in a rural community exposed him to social issues that later influenced his reporting.[3] He attended Shree Bachchhala Devi Higher Secondary School, where he developed an early interest in writing and public affairs.[4][5]
Professional background
Shrestha began reporting professionally in 2021. His early work concentrated on public accountability, social justice, and the impact of digital platforms on local governance.[6] In 2025, he was profiled by Global Voices for his leadership in technology-driven journalism and anti-corruption reporting.[7] Shrestha is regarded as part of a new generation of Nepali journalists blending investigative methods with data-based storytelling to counter misinformation and foster civic awareness.[8]
Khoj Samachar
In 2021, Shrestha founded Khoj Samachar, an online news service under Bethel Media House Pvt. Ltd. The outlet operates in both Nepali and English and emphasizes verified, evidence-based reporting. It covers national politics, governance, and international developments, earning recognition as a rising digital newsroom in Nepal.[9][10]
Digital initiatives
Shrestha also created the Roshan Shrestha App, launched in 2025 for Android and iOS. The platform offers tools for fact-checking, a multilingual Nepali calendar, and direct civic-service resources.[11] Within months, it surpassed 100,000 downloads and gained visibility in app charts across countries with large Nepali populations, including Qatar, Japan, and the UAE.[12] The initiative was acknowledged in Nepal’s federal parliament for expanding digital access to reliable information.[13]
Publications
Shrestha authored the e-book The Digital Voice of Nepal, published in October 2025 through Draft2Digital. The book narrates his journey from rural Sindhupalchok to his role in shaping Nepal’s digital-media transformation and advocates for using information technology to drive social progress.[14][15]
Recognition and influence
Media coverage has highlighted Shrestha’s work in combating online disinformation and supporting ethical journalism in Nepal.[16] He has been featured in multiple national and international outlets for his contribution to independent reporting and digital transparency.[17][18]
References
- ↑ "Roshan Shrestha: The Voice from the Hills Changing Nepali Digital Journalism". 22 July 2025. https://www.pressenza.com/2025/07/roshan-shrestha-the-voice-from-the-hills-changing-nepali-digital-journalism/.
- ↑ "Nepali Journalist Roshan Shrestha Launches WikiNP, the Nation’s Own Digital Knowledge Panel". 3 October 2025. https://www.enepalese.com/2025/10/475109.html.
- ↑ "Roshan Shrestha and the Rise of Youth-Centric Journalism in Nepal". 2 July 2025. https://www.pressenza.com/2025/07/roshan-shrestha-and-the-rise-of-youth-centric-journalism-in-nepal/.
- ↑ "रोशन श्रेष्ठको पत्रकारिता यात्रा". 10 May 2025. https://ourbiratnagar.net/2025/05/301302.
- ↑ "Roshan Shrestha: Founder of Khoj Samachar". 31 May 2025. https://nepalinewshub.com/?p=2824.
- ↑ "सामाजिक सञ्जालमा उदाहरणीय बन्दै रोशन". 1 November 2023. https://www.kalakarmi.com/life-style/121201/.
- ↑ "Nepal’s Khoj Samachar challenges corruption and empowers youth through digital media". 25 September 2025. https://globalvoices.org/2025/09/25/nepals-khoj-samachar-challenges-corruption-and-empowers-youth-through-digital-media/.
- ↑ "वैकल्पिक आवाज बनेको ‘खोज समाचार’, डिजिटल पत्रकारितामा फरक पहिचान". 15 May 2025. https://www.krishnasaronline.com.np/news-details/4779/2025-05-15.
- ↑ "Khoj Samachar – Tracxn Competitor Listing (Archived)". 2025. https://web.archive.org/web/20250622194031/https://tracxn.com/d/companies/khoj-samachar/__w44T5P9kt-Kug_4oRl5YyvFJZ5GY2AKXUz8ecCNP4xw.
- ↑ "वैकल्पिक आवाज बनेको ‘खोज समाचार’". 2 June 2025. https://laligurash.com/2025/06/02/70848/.
- ↑ "‘रोशन श्रेष्ठ’: सूचना, जिज्ञासा र समस्या समाधानको प्रयास". 15 March 2025. https://www.sidhakura.com/detail/12248.
- ↑ "Roshan Shrestha App Ranks #1 in 7 Countries Globally". 19 June 2025. https://english.khojsamachar.com/roshan-shrestha-app-rank1/.
- ↑ "MP Gyanendra Shahi Acknowledges Roshan Shrestha App’s Growing Popularity in Nepal". 22 June 2025. https://chautaripostonline.com/2025/06/84418/.
- ↑ "The Digital Voice of Nepal – Google Play Books". October 2025. https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=VWOOEQAAQBAJ.
- ↑ "The Digital Voice of Nepal – Amazon Kindle Edition". October 2025. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVY63RT1.
- ↑ "पत्रकार श्रेष्ठद्वारा मोबाइल एप्लिकेशन लन्च". 2025. https://www.teraionline.com.np/news/38792.
- ↑ "नेपालमा निर्माण गरिएको समाचार एप SimilarWeb को सूचीमा टप १० मा". 5 May 2025. https://www.narayanidainik.com/2025/8026.
- ↑ "Journalist Roshan Shrestha’s Khoj Samachar". 31 May 2025. https://nepalinewshub.com/?p=2803.