Welcome to episode 32 of the Banal Podcast. In this special installment, we’re thrilled to explore DIY projects/maker spaces in Nepal and dive deep into the innovative realm of FabLab Nepal with our esteemed guests, Pallab Shrestha and Shashank Dewan. From the intricacies of mechanical design to the community makerspaces and initiatives that define FabLab, we cover it all. This conversation illuminates the technology innovation in Kathmandu, shedding light on the intersection of creativity, technology, and education in Nepal’s vibrant maker community.

In this episode, we take a journey through the corridors of innovation and machinery with Pallab Shrestha and Shashank Dewan. Our discussion orbits around FabLab Nepal’s foundations, its powerful influence on local makers, and the synergies with Impact Hub Kathmandu. We navigate the challenges of operating a makerspace, celebrate the successes, and unearth the potent combo of design software and mechanical creativity.

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