One to Watch is pleased to announce the teams selected for the U.S.– Nepal Startup Weekend Challenge.

Following a highly competitive and rigorous evaluation process, the teams have been selected from 283 applications submitted from across Nepal. These teams represent innovative startup ideas across multiple sectors, including agri-tech, cyber security, food processing, waste management, ed-tech, legal-tech and more. 

The selected teams are: Ameca Academy of Innovation, ATS Nepal Vehicle Assist, Business Online Service, Dhruva Tech, Dr. Fish, Flowy Ventures, Fully Charged Nepal Enterprise, GarudX, JiguPix, Kanoon Portal, Kisan Care, Kleanit Upcyclers, Luccy AI, Neutrotex, Northern Fungi, PathSutra, Sabda Bio-Ventures, Sakal BioEnzyme, Samparka Digital Loyalty, Spinovate, Super Krishak, Trinity Technology, Upachaar Nepal and WearIT.

The selected teams will now embark on an intensive three-day program, featuring hands-on trainings and workshops, one-to-one mentorship from Nepali and U.S.-based experts and structured guidance to refine their business models and pitches.

The program will culminate in a final pitch competition, where teams will compete for seed funding and business development support, paving the way for the next generation of Nepalese entrepreneurs and innovators driving impactful solutions.