Mahabir Pun
Award Name : Internet Hall of Fame
Year of Award : 2014
Award for : Computers and Internet
Location : Nangi, Central Region, Nepal
Mahabir Pun is a Nepalese teacher known for his extensive work in applying wireless technologies to develop remote areas of the Himalayas, also known as the Nepal Wireless Networking Project.He is a widely known figure in Nepal, and his work has been recognized by the Ashoka Foundation, the Ramon Magsaysay Foundation, University of Nebraska, and Global Ideas Bank.Mahabir Pun has officially been inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame for the remote villages of Nepal connected to the internet. The inspiration for a wireless Nepal grew on Pun whilst he pursued higher education in the US in the early 90’s.