Kathmandu: Ambica Shrestha, the visionary behind Dwarika’s Hotel in Battisputali, Kathmandu, has died at the age of 92. She passed away at Mediciti Hospital in Lalitpur following a two-month battle with pneumonia and rheumatism, as confirmed by her family.
Ambica Shrestha dedicated her life to realizing the aspirations of her late husband, Dwarika Das Shrestha, by establishing Dwarika’s Hotel. Initially initiated in 1964, the hotel was officially registered in 1977.
Throughout her illustrious career, she received numerous accolades for her contributions to women’s empowerment and heritage conservation. Notably, she served as the founding President of the Federation of Business and Professional Women Nepal and was also the president of the Nepal Heritage Society.
Ambica Shrestha leaves behind a legacy of remarkable achievements and a lasting impact on Nepal’s hospitality and cultural preservation sectors. She is survived by her daughter and two grandsons.