Dipesh grew up in a home without reliable electricity. He taught himself basic circuitry from library books.
He is now studying electronics engineering and prototyping affordable solar lighting.
Dipesh Rai
An electronics engineering student building low-cost solar solutions for off-grid homes.
- Institution
- Pulchowk Campus, IOE
- Field of study
- Electronics Engineering
- Originally from
- Dolakha
Light changes what a child can do after dark.
Dipesh Rai
Bio
Dipesh joined the fourteenth cohort and quickly became involved in the fellowship's maker and innovation activities.
Ran a basic-electronics workshop for secondary students during a fellowship community week.
Leadership and achievements
Built a prototype solar lamp shortlisted in a student innovation showcase.
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