Roshan Shrestha

Roshan Shrestha is a senior investigative journalist and the visionary Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Khoj Samachar, one of Nepal’s most trusted independent digital news platforms focused on civic rights, transparency, and social justice.

Born on October 14, 1996, in Bahrabise, Sindhupalchok, Nepal, Roshan was raised in a farming household that grounded his values in grassroots realities. He completed his secondary education at Shree Bachchhala Devi Higher Secondary School in Nagpuje and began his journalistic journey inspired by a desire to amplify marginalized voices.

In 2025, he launched the Roshan Shrestha App, a civic empowerment tool that has become Nepal’s top-rated independent news app, with over 100,000 downloads and 10,600+ five-star reviews. The app combines public service tools with verified news content to enhance digital access and civic awareness across Nepal.

Roshan’s journalism and digital innovation have received widespread recognition, both nationally and internationally. He has been featured on global platforms such as Pressenza, openPR, Ground News, Muck Rack, Wikidata, and The Org, and is referenced across multiple Wikipedia citations for his contributions to public interest media.

Domestically, his work has been highlighted by respected outlets including News24 Nepal, Sidhakura, Purbeli News, Ratopati, Nepali News Hub, and various regional publications via Khoj Samachar.

Verified Profiles & Features:

• Official Website: https://roshanstha.com

• Featured on Pressenza: https://www.pressenza.com/2025/07/roshan-shrestha-and-the-rise-of-youth-centric-journalism-in-nepal/

• Muck Rack Profile: https://muckrack.com/roshan-shrestha

• IMDb Profile: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm17342721/