Rishi Ram Adhikari Honoured at Tally MSME 2025 for Promoting Nepali Literature

Kathmandu, Nepal – The 5th edition of the Tally MSME Honours 2025, held this week, recognised the outstanding contributions of Rishi Ram Adhikari and his initiative, Kitab Yatra Foundation, to Nepali literature and the promotion of a reading culture. The award celebrates the achievements of small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Nepal.

Adhikari, founder and chairman of the Kitab Yatra Foundation (organises Kitab Jatra Literature Festival) and Kitab Yatra Pvt. Ltd. (online book distribution company), has been instrumental in expanding the Kitab Jatra Festival, which began in 2018 as a local literary gathering.

The festival has since evolved into an international platform connecting writers and readers from Nepal, India, the UK, and soon Portugal, Belgium, and Germany. Just recently, the Kitab Jatra Festival was held in London at the Embassy of Nepal, further strengthening its global presence.

The festival and Adhikari’s initiatives have helped amplify Nepali voices while fostering a wider reading culture.
Commenting on the award, Adhikari said: “I am deeply grateful to the organisers of the Tally MSME Honour 2025 – NewGen Icon Award. This recognition has given me a greater sense of responsibility, and I am always thankful for your love and support.”

The Tally MSME Honours jury commended Adhikari for his pioneering efforts in the literary sector, highlighting his initiatives in creating opportunities for writers, distributing books, and promoting Nepali literature.